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In Casco Viejo, Plaza Nueva (also known as Plaza Barria) is a neoclassical market of the city, built in the middle of the 19th century.The market is surrounded by elegant buildings with arches that host comfortable restaurants, cafes and tapas bars on the street.Outdoor chairs are poured into the market in hot weather.On sunny days, the market becomes a center of social life, a kind of outdoor living room.In the evening, groups of friends socialize at Tapas bars.This lively market is also a perfect place for tourists to start a pintxos tasting experience.These small appetizers or dishes in small portions are traditionally served on a toothpick or fry.They are also called Pinchos, the Spanish word for "spike".For travelers, Pintxos -Hopping is a unique opportunity to participate in the local culture and to enjoy the convivial atmosphere of an authentic meeting place in Bilbao.In 1872, when the Duke of Savoia visited the city, the market was barricaded by sandbags and filled with water, so that the gondolas could be floated inside.A painting depicting the unusual event can be found in Museo de Bellas Artes in Bilbao.Sunday, in the market there is an old age fair