Between the urban center in the north and the rural areas in the south, Baselland is characterized by charming small towns and villages. Here you will find local cinemas, small theaters, galleries, small museums and other enriching activities. One major annual event is the local custom of Chienbäse. During the carnival season, around 300 burning Chienbesen and 20 fire wagons heat up the atmosphere for the 30,000 onlookers who watch the spectacle. The largest Roman festival in Switzerland takes place in Augusta Raurica every year in late summer. Over 20,000 visitors are enthralled by gladiators, legionnaires, craftsmen and traders from the Roman Empire. Baselland also has an active club life with a sporting, social and cultural focus. There are 173 clubs in the capital Liestal alone.