Pamplona (Iruña)
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Celebrities
Spanish Artist and Illustrator Amaia Arrazola: Farewell to a Vibrant Era of Art
Amaia Arrazola made a lasting impact on Spanish culture. Her works adorn cities and books alike. The artist inspired colleagues…
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Courts
Fake Representative of Archdiocese of Pamplona Arrested in Madrid
A man involved in a string of financial fraud schemes has been arrested in the Spanish capital. He laundered money…
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Culture
Autumn Secrets of Pamplona Await Guests Beyond the San Fermin Season
In autumn, Pamplona reveals unexpected sides: medieval streets, fortresses, gastronomy, and a cozy atmosphere. The city shifts its pace, inviting…
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Culture
Princess Leonor Visits Navarra for the First Time as Heir to the Title of Viana
Princess Leonor's two-day visit to Navarra was a significant event for the region. She learned about the history of the…
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Culture
Exploring Pamplona Through Hemingway’s Footsteps Turns the City Into a Living Book
A unique literary route dedicated to Ernest Hemingway has been created in Pamplona. Visitors can tour the places where the…
Pamplona, the capital of the autonomous region of Navarra in northern Spain, is one of the country’s oldest cities. It is located at the foothills of the Western Pyrenees, on the Arga River, a tributary of the Aragón River.
The municipality is part of the Cuenca de Pamplona district. Pamplona is famous for the San Fermín festival, held annually from July 6 to 14 and described in Ernest Hemingway’s novel ‘The Sun Also Rises (Fiesta).’ One of the main traditions of this festival is the encierro — the running of men through the city streets ahead of charging bulls.
Pamplona is home to two universities: the University of Navarra and the Public University of Navarra. The region’s archaeological and artistic heritage is displayed in the Museo de Navarra. Since 2004, Pamplona has hosted the international documentary film festival ‘Punto de Vista.’ The city is also renowned for its encierro.
The football club Osasuna is based in Pamplona, playing home matches at the Estadio Reino de Navarra, which seats 19,800 spectators.