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If you are intending to travel to some of the festivals in Europe this summer, then the Spanish fiesta of San Fermin is surely on your list. But while Pamplona is famous for its bull running escapades that are held in July each year, there are lots of other reasons to visit the city, especially when its streets are empty of the large creatures! Bull fighting is still a popular pastime in Pamplona and the city boasts the second largest bullring in Spain. Madrid's Monumental de Las Ventas is the only venue that can hold more spectators than the 19,000-plus crowd that regularly gathers at the Pamplona Bullring. Do not be fooled into thinking that bull fighting is all that Pamplona has to offer. The city has many interesting architectural features and historical buildings that are certainly worth visiting. For an insight into the history and culture of the region, a trip to the Museum of Navarre is a must. Collections of artwork dating back centuries can be found within the walls of the old hospital that is now home to the museum's galleries. One artefact that all visitors should seek out during a trip to the museum is the Chest of Leyre. This ivory piece was carved out in 1005 and its sides depict scenes of courtesan life. Another place worth visiting during a trip to Pamplona is the church of San Nicolas, which not only boasts interesting architectural features on the outside but is also home to a Baroque organ that dates back to 1769. If you would like to spend some of your days outside soaking up the Spanish sunshine then you will find several parks in Pamplona that will suit your needs. The Gardens of La Taconera are described as the most beautiful in the city and are also the oldest. Although there are many ways to enter the park, visitors should be sure to find the Gateway of San Nicolas, which is based around the French monument, the Arc de Triomphe. Alternatively, you could pay a visit to the Citadel and Vuelta del Castillo, which boasts 280,000 square metres of trees and lawns. With First Festival Travel, taking in sporting events and festivals across the UK and Europe is easy - you can search a wide selection of events including the festival of San Fermin. If you want to take in top festivals in Europe, we are sure to have the package for you.
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