I'm in Pamplona Spain for San Fermines. I'm Sam Garza join me as I show you the best of Pamplona
Pamplona is the capital city of the Spanish autonomous community of Navarra. Pamplona is
famous for the running of the bulls or feast of San Fermin which is held every July and it also is
a major stop on one of the routes of the Camino de Santiago. Due to COVID-19, the multi-day festival of san
fermin was cancelled this is the famous festival where bulls run through the streets in hot pursuit
of amateur daredevils. Although i didn't have the chance to experience the running of the bulls,
I was able to blend in with the locals to celebrate good food and drinks.
One spot I recommend is Bar Gaucho. Located on Calle Epos y Mina.
After a few days of purro fiesta, I got up early to explore the city walls. I began
at the Gateway of France which is the city's sole remaining gateway of six original gates
The Rincon de Caballo Blanco or White Horse Corner is a good spot along the walls
that offers views of the surrounding city and the Arga River.
Walking along the city walls you'll run into Pamplona's Plaza de Toros.
or bullring. The Bullring opened in 1922 and it is famous for the running of the bulls.
The bullring is the second largest in Spain and tours are offered for visitors.
I made my way to the city's main square plaza del Castillo or palace square named after
the castle which was located in the bajada de javier area when in the square i highly recommend
visiting cafe Irunya. Founded in 1888, the opening celebrated the arrival of electricity to the city.
The cafe was one of Ernest Hemingway's favorite spots.
Dating back to the 12th century is San Nicolas church. Besides being a church the structure
also served as a military defensive bastion not only against external threats but mostly against
rival neighborhoods in the city. The San Saturnino Church dates back to the 13th century
which is also a church fortress built to defend itself against its hostile neighbors.
Pamplona's original City Hall dates back to 1423. Every July 6th people gather here
to watch the chupinaso a ceremonial rocket launch that starts San Fermin.
Another spot to visit in the city is the Citadel. The Citadel is an impressive military structure.
It was constructed between the years 1571 and 1645.
the pentagon design structure is considered the best example
of Spanish renaissance military architecture.
The Taconero gardens date back to the 16th Century and it is Pamplona's oldest park.
The gardens are filled with different types of trees, plants,
and it also has a few spots to rest and order some food or drinks.
My next stop was the Santa Maria la Real Cathedral.
The cathedral was constructed during the 14th and 15th centuries. The cathedral
has an impressive central nave and a cloister that will take your breath away.
I recommend visiting the museum in the cathedral which offers some amazing historical displays.
Pamplona offers visitors much more than a festival that happens for one week out of the year.
The city is the gateway for you to come and visit the beautiful Spanish region of Navarra.
I look forward to you joining one of our tours to this part of Spain.
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