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Come along on a Tour to
the Guggenheim museum Bilbao
When can we see the Guggenheim museum of Bilbao? When my friends from Sweden come for a visit, this is normally the first thing they ask. By now it has become quite a few trips. I must admit I enjoy the sightseeing as much as my guests. If there is one thing this city is known for it is this stunning museum of contemporary art.
During the weekends the paths surrounding the Guggenheim are normally full of people, tourists, joggers, bikers and locals enjoying the view. We Bilbao dwellers also love to pay a visit to our “Guggen”, even if it is only from the outside. My son loves the Puppy, the giant flower dog by North American artist Jeff Koons, that watches over the main entrance. The playground just beside the museum is also a popular goal for families and children.
Enjoy the perfect blend of art and stunning architecture
The Guggenheim museum was opened in 1997 and this year the city of Bilbao celebrates its
ten year anniversary.
This most known landmark of Bilbao is located right in the heart of the city, just along the riverbank. The area where it is built used to be industrial ground. To precise it was a shipyard. A bridge with heavy traffic, “La Salve”, actually cuts right through the building.
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The museum was designed by the North American architect
Frank Gehry
. The style is post-modernistic. The forms are organic, not a square corner is to be found. The exterior part is covered with fine titanium panels, glass and lime stone.The museum offers both a permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. It is focused on modern and contemporary art.
This museum changed the city forever
In the beginning of the 90s the local economy was plagued by a heavy recession and the museum became a part of a plan to revitalize the economy. At first the project was met with opposition. Spending massive public funding on a museum seemed like slight madness.However, the museum changed the city forever. Throughout the years it has brought millions of visitors. The Guggenheim museum Bilbao has definitely turned Bilbao into an attractive must see for visitors from all over the world.
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More information about the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
On this page you´ll find out more avbout the museum, how to get there and exhibitions.
The Guggenheim Museum Spain celebrates its 10 year Anniversary!
If you are planning to visit the museum in 2007 you are in for a treat.
Learn more about the man that designed the museum
North American architect Frank Gehry is the mastermind behind the Guggenheim.
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