Pamplona, the capital of Navarre pride threatens independent, as far back as the eleventh century became the official stopping point of the pilgrimage, and consolidated its prosperity.
The San Fermin
The city is fascinating at any time of year from the beautiful cathedral, the cobbled streets to be explored, to the spectacular San Fermin, San Ferini of Fiesta, held in July in a continuous dancing, fireworks and famous bull runs every morning during the holidays run from their pens to the arena where bullfights take place.
The Cathedral in Pamplona
Look and admire the beautiful Cathedral of Pamplona, which stands on a hill between a maze of narrow streets. The building dates from the late Middle Ages and, except for the neoclassical facade was added in the eighteenth century, is completely in the Gothic style.
Inside you will find beautiful works as a Virgin in silver laminate, the fifteenth-century tomb of Charles III of Navarre and his wife Dona Leonor, and the Gothic cloister made of stones worked wonderfully.
The Ciudadela
Do not miss even the walls and ramparts of the magnificent Ciudadela, the star-shaped citadel now harbors a beautiful park which is accessed through the three other parks in the north.
The Museums of Pamplona
Among the museums to visit are the Museo de Navarra, where you'll find an eclectic collection of archaeological finds and a collection of works of art, including the Marques de San Adriaan Goya, and the Museum Oteiza, about 9 miles east of Pamplona, where he found about 300 pieces by sculptor Jorge Oteiza over the house and the artist's studio.
