Pamplona on Fire: Bulls Run Wild Again, People Flying Everywhere!
Every year, at the start of July, the narrow streets of the Spanish city of Pamplona host the San Fermin festival, famous for its bull runs. But is it a celebration or a bloody circus? This year, like many times before, the festival ended with injuries – one 25-year-old man was gored under his right armpit and hospitalized, while seven others suffered minor injuries like bruises and contusions.
Bulls That Know No Mercy
During the morning run, one bull stopped in the middle of the track but that didn’t stop it from charging at runners multiple times. Imagine running through the streets, dressed in white with red scarves, with a bull chasing you trying to gore you! The track is only a few hundred meters long, but the danger is huge.
A Festival with a Dark History
San Fermin is not just a bull run. It’s a multi-day event with music, dancing, and religious ceremonies honoring the city’s patron saint, Saint Fermin. However, since records began, at least 16 people have died during the festival, the last time in 2009. Is it worth the risk?
Why Do People Keep Running?
For many, San Fermin is a tradition and a chance to prove their bravery. For others, it’s a chance for fun and an international attraction thanks to Ernest Hemingway’s famous novel “The Sun Also Rises.” But with every run, the risk of injury and death remains real and serious.
Is It Time to End It?
As Pamplona prepares for the next runs, the question arises – how long will we tolerate this kind of entertainment? Is a human life really worth the risk for adrenaline and tradition? Or is it time to finally stop this bloody spectacle?
If you’ve ever thought about running with the bulls, maybe it’s time to rethink your stance. What do you think? Is San Fermin bravery or madness? Share your thoughts or just crack a bull joke – it’s always good to laugh a little while staring danger in the face!
