• Day 1 Pamplona to Puente La Reina

    September 4, 2023 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C

    Day 1 Pamplona to Puente La Reina. 23 km
    The storm had triggered mudslides and shifted piles of rocks and boulders. The path I walked on was very treacherous, yet I reached my goal safely.

    The medieval history of Pamplona is clear throughout its downtown area.
    The powerful conflicts involving La Navarrera, San Cernin, and the Población de San Nicolás resulted in their union in 1423 when Charles III granted the Privilege of the Union.
    Santa María Cathedral was built in the Neoclassical style with many outstanding Spanish Gothic artifacts. The central nave features important artistic pieces, including the alabaster tomb of Charles III and, next to the altar, Leonor I de Castilla.
    The famous Pamplona Bull Run, an exciting yearly event, attracts a large crowd to the city. Traditional songs sung loudly before the race create tension, competition, and amplify excitement among the audience.
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