San Sebastian is a beautiful city with walkways, large bridges, sandy beaches, tall buildings and narrow streets. Picture to the right Me on the bridge.
History of San Sebastian
The city of San Sebastian was founded around 1180 by the King Sancho el Mayor of Navarra (called Sancho el Fuerte-Sancho the Strong).
One of the most notable wars was in the 18th century between the English and the French (179 – 1721). The French occupied San Sebastian, however, they finally withdrew after the signing of the Hague peace treaty. There was peace until 1808.
Their buildings are incredible. Picture a building whose front forms a triangle with a street on each side leading of to a great distance. I saw so many of these types of buildings. 
The streets are adorned with trees that are decorations with chilies and fruits.
Pictures by Marsha J. P. Gonzales
Pictures by Marsha J. P. Gonzales
The sea air is clean and cool. The sun is not to hot like San Antonio, Texas. 
I love this city! I want to visit again with my family!
History of San Sebastian
The city of San Sebastian was founded around 1180 by the King Sancho el Mayor of Navarra (called Sancho el Fuerte-Sancho the Strong).
One of the most notable wars was in the 18th century between the English and the French (179 – 1721). The French occupied San Sebastian, however, they finally withdrew after the signing of the Hague peace treaty. There was peace until 1808.
Napoleonic troops invaded San Sebastian and on August 31, 1813 there was a huge explosion and a great fire that destroyed the city. The city was rebuilt following the destruction. The city was a military stronghold.
Nevertheless, today there remains no exceedingly old buildings because of the fires suffered through the ages according to World Facts Index Spain. However, there is the post-16th century era Iglesia de San Vicente (Saint Vincent Church) the church of Santa Maria and the convent of San Telmo. Also some remains of the city wall can be seen.
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