John Oram's photos with the keyword: Bilbao

Vizcaya Bridge is the oldest hanging transporter bridge in the world. It was built in 1893 and designed by Alberto de Palacio, a disciple of Gustave Eiffel. It links the towns of Portugalete and Las Arenas (part of Getxo) near Bilbao, crossing the mouth of the River Nervión. 200_2_P1000609C

The Basque Police (Ertzaintza) launch 'Itsas Zain' at Getxo (Port of Bilbao) during the preparation for the departure of Oceania Insignia. 200_2_P1000607

The Basque Police (Ertzaintza) launch 'Itsas Zain' at Getxo (Port of Bilbao) during the preparation for the departure of Oceania Insignia. 200_2_P1000594

The tug 'Galdames' at Getxo (Port of Bilbao). 200_2_P1000590

On the River Nervión in Bilbao stand three works of man in juxtaposition. The Puente de la Salve forms a striking background to the meeting of works by a great sculptor and a renowned architect. Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Museum stands alongside the remarkable stainless steel 'Tall Tree & the Eye' (2009) by Anish Kapoor. 200_2_P1000588

A busker at the Guggenheim, Bilbao. 200_2_P1000586

A busker at the Guggenheim, Bilbao. 200 2 P1000584

The Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao sees a striking meeting of works by a great sculptor and a renowned architect. Frank Gehry's famed building provides the backdrop to the remarkable stainless steel 'Tall Tree & the Eye' (2009) by Anish Kapoor. 200_2_P1000573

On the River Nervión in Bilbao stand three works of man in juxtaposition. The Puente de la Salve forms a striking background to the meeting of works by a great sculptor and a renowned architect. Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Museum provides the backdrop to the remarkable stainless steel 'Tall Tree & the Eye' (2009) by Anish Kapoor. 200_2_P1000569

'Puppy' (1992) by Jeff Koons, stainless steel, soil, and flowering plants. One could hardly imagine a work more different to 'Tulips' (also by Jeff Koons). Both are at the Guggenheim, Bilbao. 'Puppy' is an unusual work which, consisting in part of flowering plants, changes in appearance with the season. 200_2_P1000563

Architectural detail of Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao. When the Museum opened in 1997, it brought new prominence to Bilbao. It is certainly worth travelling to see the architecture although a longer debate could be had about most of the art. However, the stern critic might find the building, especially the exterior, needlessly elaborate. I applaud innovation in architecture but have reservations when form goes well beyond any conceivable function. 200_2_P1000562

Detail of 'Tulips' (1995-2004) by Jeff Koons, high chromium stainless steel with transparent colour coating. Version 4/5. _____________________________________________ 'Tulipanes' (1995-2004) Jeff Koons, acero inoxidable alto en cromo con laca de color translúcida. Versión 4/5. _____________________________________________ 'Idi-bihotzak' (1995-2004) Jeff Koons, kromo asko duen altzairu herdoilgaitza koloredun laka zeharrargiarekin. Bertsioa: 5 aletik 4. Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao/Guggenheim Bilbao Museoa 200_2_P1000559

'Maman' (1999) by Louise Bourgeois, bronze and marble. Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao. 200_2_P1000554

Architectural detail of Frank Gehry's Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao. When the Museum opened in 1997, it brought new prominence to Bilbao. It is certainly worth travelling to see the architecture although a longer debate could be had about most of the art. However, the stern critic might find the building, especially the exterior, needlessly elaborate. I applaud innovation in architecture but have reservations when form goes well beyond any conceivable function. 200_2_P1000552

The Basque Region has its own police force (Udaltzaingoa). This Ford C-Max was seen in the Arenal (Basque: Areatza) area of Old Town Bilbao and is the same vehicle as in my earlier picture. 200_2_P1000549

Probably my favourite sight in Bilbao was the magnificent remains of Estación Bilbao La Naja. We received an explanation that just one route now departs from here, the main station being at nearby Abanda, but I am not sure that any trains now run from La Naja. 200_2_P1000545

A waiting dog in Old Town Bilbao. 200_2_P1000542

The Basque Region has its own police force (Udaltzaingoa). This Ford C-Max was seen in Calle de la Cruz/Gurutze Kalea, Old Town Bilbao. 200_2_P1000541