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Balmaseda: The First Chartered Town of Vizcaya
48800 Balmaseda, Vizcaya, Spain5:180 listens
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Explore the captivating history of Balmaseda, the first chartered town of Vizcaya founded in 1199. Discover its beautifully preserved medieval old town, the iconic Old Bridge that spans the Kadagua River, and learn how this strategic location became a vital commercial hub connecting Castilla with the northern coast.
Balmaseda: The First Chartered Town of Vizcaya
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48800 Balmaseda, Vizcaya, Spain
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