The holiday origined in 1950. But before, from the 12th century, Fermín was christened in Pamplona and he became the first bishop from that city. When he died in Pamplona a lot of children were christened there and after many years the tradition began, and then it became too popular.
This festival is known internationally for the corrida (running with bulls). It is a race where people ran along the streets with a lot of bulls next to them and they should come to the plaza (a place like a rounded square where bull's running take place). Apart of that, it is also celebrated the Txupinazo party which consists in yelling: ''Pamplonenses, viva San Fermín, Gora San Fermin!'', and then, people get crazy and get drunk. During the holiday people usually wear white clothes and a red hangkerchief around their necks.
To sum up, staying in this festival can be something outstanding, but if you go to San Fermín, you'll enjoy with the people of Pamplona and their parties.
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