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I highly recommend a visit to the Peace Museum.What is peace? What happened in Gernika in 1937? What is the current situation of peace in the world? Taking the previous questions as a point of reference, the Peace Museum targets at creating an attractive and dynamic area that does not expect to impose absolute truths, but invites visitors to ask themselves and talk about peace. The motto of the museum states that "It is a museum to remember, a museum for the future". [Qoute]
An excellent book about the Guernica bombing is "Guernica" by Dave Boling. He introduces you to the Basque culture and ethos through very memorable characters. His vivid description of the horrific bombing and the death of many of the characters you have come to love will evoke tears and and great pathos. He even details Picasso's reaction and the creation of his famous painting. This is a compelling book, trust me.
My friend and I were there in September. It is well worth the visit and has a lot dedicated to the events at that time. It is also heart wrenching.Has anyone visited the Peace Museum in Gernika? Can you describe how much of it is dedicated to the bombing and the Spanish Civil War? The web site gave me the impression that there isn't much. Thanks.
Buen camino, Laurie
Rome2rio.com will tell you how to get there I'm sure, but intuitevely I would say get to Bilbao from Logrono or Pamplona, and then bus to Guernika. As for reserving, are we takking a bed? If so yes, even on any other day as this town has few accomodations. And yes, even if no Spanish is spoken. But don't expect the museum to only be about Guernika and its bombing, that is perhaps 25% of it.Thinking about visiting Guernica on April 26 on the 80th anniversary of the bombing. I suspect I need to be making reservations if this is going to happen so would appreciate some info. Can the Peace Museum be appreciated by someone who only speaks English and what is the best way to get there from around Estella?
Hi,Thanks for the recommendation, Jayree. Boling's book "Guernica" was SO good... a must-read for anyone who loves the Basque culture (and how can one walk the CF without becoming enchanted with that culture?)!
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