Tomatina Festival (Buñol, Spain)
The Tomatina Festival is a famous event held every August in Buñol, Spain. Thousands of people gather to throw overripe tomatoes at each other in a massive food fight. The tradition began in the 1940s, possibly from a playful street brawl during a parade. It has since grown into an organized festival with music, food, and celebrations. Participants wear old clothes and goggles to enjoy this unique and messy tradition.
San Fermin (Pamplona, Navarre)
San Fermín is a famous festival held every July in Pamplona, Navarre. Its most iconic event is the running of the bulls, where participants run ahead of bulls through the city streets. The festival honors Saint Fermín, the patron saint of Pamplona. It includes traditional music, dancing, parades, and fireworks. The celebration attracts thousands of visitors from around the world each year.
Camino de Santiago (along the entire length of Spain to Santiago de Compostela, Galicia)
The Camino de Santiago is a historic pilgrimage route that stretches across Spain to Santiago de Compostela in Galicia. Pilgrims walk it to reach the shrine of Saint James the Apostle. The journey offers spiritual, cultural, and physical experiences through varied landscapes and historic towns. Routes like the French Way or Portuguese Way are especially popular. Today, people from all over the world walk the Camino for faith, adventure, or personal reflection.
The Fallas (Valencia, Spain)
The Fallas is a vibrant festival held every March in Valencia, Spain, to honor Saint Joseph. It is famous for its giant, artistic sculptures called ninots, made of wood, cardboard, and papier-mâché. These creations often depict satirical scenes and are displayed throughout the city. On the final night, known as La Cremà, all the ninots are set on fire in a spectacular display. The festival also features fireworks, traditional costumes, music, and lively parades.
