Architectural wonders such as the Guggenheim Museum and Euskalduna Palace have helped to attract a large number of tourists to the city. They have also contributed to the opening up of Bilbao’s urban space, allowing the city to breathe again after decades of industrial congestion. Bilbao is once again shining as the star of the Basque region, welcoming visitors from all over the world to sample its cultural treasures, and gastronomic riches - Basque cuisine is among the best in Spain, and Bilbao boasts some of the region’s leading restaurants.