Capital of Navarre, famed for San Fermín and the running of the bulls
An 18-year-old from Pamplona and an 86-year-old British man are among more than 57 people injured during the Sanfermines running of the bulls in Pamplona. The eight-day festival sees thousands sprint through narrow streets ahead of six bulls; gorings and broken bones are common, though deaths are rare.
A 12-day Sri Lanka group tour, chronicled by a solo traveler, shows how organised trips now attract millennials while highlighting social dynamics, logistical hiccups, and evolving bonds with local guides. The narrative follows the writer’s shift from solo exploration to extended travel after meeting a guide, amid a backdrop of scenic sites and practical challenges.