Guernica, officially known as Gernika-Lumo, is a town in the province of Biscay, in the Basque Country of Spain. It holds a historical significance due to the tragic bombing on April 26, 1937, by German and Italian air forces during the Spanish Civil War. This event inspired Pablo Picasso's famous painting "Guernica," which depicts the horrors of the attack. The town is also home to the ancient Guernica Tree, a symbol of Basque governance and autonomy. Underneath its branches, Basques were historically granted rights and privileges in the Middle Ages. Guernica today is a place of peace and culture. Visitors can explore the Peace Museum and the Euskal Herria Museum, which delve into Basque history and culture.