Nestled at the base of Mount Urgull, the San Telmo Museum (STM) in San Sebastián offers a deep dive into the heritage of the Basque people, spanning from Neolithic times to the present. Housed in a 16th-century Renaissance monastery, the museum’s collection includes archaeological artifacts, 11 murals by José María Sert, and oil paintings by renowned artists such as El Greco and Joaquín Sorolla. Visitors can also explore a selection of rare photographs, providing a visual journey through the region’s rich history and cultural evolution.
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