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This bridge was built as a provisional, but later it was reconstructed. It now serves to connect the city centre and the Estación del Norte train station. You can also get to the velodrome and the bullring, crossing the bridge. The Maria Christina Bridge is famous for the four impressive obelisks. They are 18 metres high and decorated with groups of sculptures.

The Aquarium is the iconic place in San Sebastián. It was built at the onset of the 20th century on the western side of the harbour. The Aquarium is one of the most visited tourist attractions. The giant, 1.5 million litre water tank houses over 200 local species, but the bull sharks draw the main attention of visitors. You can see fish close-up when walking through the tunnel. Visit the Aquarium Donostia-San Sebastian at 1, Plaza de Carlos Blasco Imaz.

The pedestrian part of the Plaza del Buen Pastor is a place where you can wander observing the urban architecture of San Sebastián and life in the city. The Buen Pastor Cathedral surrounds the square with its gardens. You can also see other buildings like the Koldo Mitxelena Cultural Centre and the Post Office. The prevailing number of buildings on the Plaza del Buen Pastor are in the neoclassical architectural style and decorated with eclectic details.