another pretty street

Espelette (Labourd, French Basque Country - Aquitaine), France

red and white

Espelette (Labourd, French Basque Country - Aquitaine), France

So many houses and shops have peppers hanging from them!

peppers galore

Espelette (Labourd, French Basque Country - Aquitaine), France

Houses and shops alike are covered with this regional delight.

regional delights

Espelette (Labourd, French Basque Country - Aquitaine), France

So many kinds of cheese...

dried peppers everywhere

Espelette (Labourd, French Basque Country - Aquitaine), France

Espelette, in the heart of the French Basque Country, is known for its dried red peppers.  The traditional red and white houses of this region are covered with these peppers hanging out to dry, creating quite a spectacle for anyone who visits.