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The biggest celebration in the north of Spain, San Fermin, starts today 6th of July. At 12:00 noon on the, the mayor of Pamplona ignites a rocket which signals the beginning of the festivities of San Fermin.
People is wearing white t-shirts and white pants, a kind of red belt and a red scarf on the neck.
Once people hear the racket, means that the party has begun! This festival is internationally known because of the tradition of releasing bulls running in the streets of the old part of town. The whole country is following this celebration in the news. The lucky ones who have found a place to stay in pamplona for this days, are now having fun in front of the bulls.
One of the most popular things about San Fermin is the Sanfermines confinement, which is a race about 800 meters ahead of the bulls, ending in the bullring. They take place every day between the 7th and the 14th of July from eight o'clock, with an average duration of two or three minutes. This is definitely a different way to holiday in Spain more than relaxing on the beach.
Pamplona is a meeting point every year for thousands of curious and adventurous from all over the world who attend the event and participate in the bull race.
Days of celebration: from the 6th of July to the 14th of July.
The city:
Pamplona, situated on the north of Spain, is a hospitable and welcoming city. It also invites you to enjoy entertainment, shopping and fine dining thanks to the quality of Navarran products.
Pamplona is a modern, clean and busy city, with numerous gardens and a well-preserved historic center.
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