Chapter 1 : Running of the Bulls in Pamplona: At least nine injured in first two days - CNN The Running of the Bulls The Encierro is the event at the heart of the Sanfermines and makes the fiesta a spectacle that would be unimaginable in any other place in the world. It was born from need: getting the bulls from outside the city into the bullring. They have become internationally known because of the running of the bulls, where the bulls are lead through the streets of the old quarter as far as the bull ring by runners. The fiestas are celebrated in honor of San Fermin, patron saint of Navarra, although the religious aspect would seem to have taken on a secondary role over the last number of years. Nowadays, the fiestas are seen as a mass gathering of people from all the corners of the world and where the partying, the fun and the joy of it all are the most outstanding ingredients. The Running of the Bulls The Encierro is the event at the heart of the Sanfermines and makes the fiesta a spectacle that would be unimaginable in any other place in the world. It was born from need: The encierro takes place from July 7th to 14th and starts at the corral in Calle Santo Domingo when the clock on the church of San Cernin strikes eight o"clock in the morning. After the launching of two rockets, the bulls charge behind the runners for metres, the distance between the corral and the bullring. The run usually lasts between three and four minutes although it has sometimes taken over ten minutes, especially if one of the bulls has been isolated from his companions. It is when the runners, just a few metres up the slope from the corral where the bulls are waiting, raise their rolled newspapers and chant to an image of San Fermin placed in a small recess in the wall in the Cuesta de Santo Domingo. Against the strongest of silences, the following words can be heard: When they finish they shout "Viva San Fermin! Rockets in the bullring The third rocket, fired from the bullring, signals that all the bulls have entered the bullring. A fourth and final rocket indicates that all the bulls are safely in the corral located inside the bullring, and that the bull run has ended. A fence of 3, parts For security reasons, a double fence marks out the route of the bull run through the streets. It is made of over 3, wooden parts planks, posts, gates, etc. Part of the fence stays put throughout the fiesta but other sections are assembled and disassembled every day by a special brigade of workers. The role of the pastores A large number of pastores bull "shepherds" cover the entire bull run. They place themselves behind the bulls, with their only protection being a long stick. Their main role is to stop the odd idiot from inciting the bulls from behind, to avoid the bulls turning round and running backwards, and to help any bulls that have stopped or have been separated from their companions to continue running towards the bullring. The two groups of mansos bullocks The six fighting bulls that will take part in the evening bullfight start the run accompanied by an initial group of mansos, which act as "guides" to help the bulls cover the route. Two minutes after leaving the corral in Santo Domingo, a second group of bullocks the so-called "sweep-up" group, which are slower and smaller than the first one, are let out to lead any bulls that might have stopped or been left behind in the bull run towards the bullring. Useful information about the bull run The encierro is an unrepeatable experience for spectators and runners alike. It is a spectacle that is defined by the level of risk and the physical ability of the runners. Not everyone can run the encierro. It requires cool nerves, quick reflexes and a good level of physical fitness. Anyone who does not have these three should not take part. It is a highly risky enterprise. Runners should start somewhere between the Plaza del Ayuntamiento City Hall Square and the pink-slab Education building in the Cuesta of Santo Domingo, and they should be there before 7: The rest of the run, except for the stretch mentioned above, must be completely clear of runners until a few minutes before 8am. What is not allowed in the bull run People under 18 years of age, who must not run or participate. Crossing police barriers placed to ensure that the run goes off smoothly. Standing in areas and places along the route that have been expressly prohibited by the municipal police force. Before the bulls are released, waiting in corners, blind spots, doorways or in entrances to other establishments located along the run. Leaving doors of shops or entrances to apartments open along the route. The responsibility for ensuring these doors are closed lies with the owners or tenants of the properties. Being in the bull run while drunk, under the effects of drugs or in any other improper manner. Carrying objects that are unsuitable for the run to take place correctly. Wearing inappropriate clothes or footwear for the run. Inciting the bulls or attracting their attention in any Page 1
manner, and for whatever reason, along the route of the run or in the bullring. Running backwards towards the bulls or running behind them. Holding, harassing or maltreating the bulls and stopping them from moving or being led to the pens in the bullring. Stopping along the run and staying on the fence, barriers or in doorways in such a way that the run or the safety of other runners is jeopardised. Taking photographs inside the run, or from the fences or barriers without due authorisation. Carrying objects that are unsuitable for the good order and security of the bull run. Any other action that could hamper the bull run taking place normally. Pamplona Accommodation and San Fermin Tours for Page 2
Chapter 2 : Running of the Bulls San Fermin Festival San Fermin Pamplona Spain The most famous bull-run - what a capitalized "the Running of the Bulls" most often refers to in English - is the encierro held in Pamplona during the nine-day festival of Sanfermines in honour of Saint Fermin. Erin Moriarty reports from Pamplona for 48 Hours Adventures. Now there are hundreds. What brings most Americans to Pamplona is a famous novel largely about bullfighting and fate: Hemingway never ran with the bulls himself, but for the last 70 years he has convinced thousands of other thrill seekers to try it. Warren Parker is another American bull-running veteran. He says Hemingway inspired him to try running with the bulls. Leblatt is running for the first time. He points out where the Red Cross station is. The first American, year-old Matthew Tassio, was killed just last year. What happened to him? He stood up before the bulls finished passing by. He stood up in their path. Joe Distler was gored four years ago. He says he broke his own rules. The day before the first run, the party begins at noon and goes on through the night when the bulls come into town. It is a nervous time, says Distler, who thinks a lot about getting gored. In just a few hours, Joe Distler will be running through the streets of Pamplona just steps ahead of stampeding bulls. The entre run takes less than three minutes. The runners are safe as long as the bulls feel they are part of the herd, but if a bull gets spooked, the runner is in trouble. As the run began, some people unused to the stress panicked. Within the first 30 seconds of the race there was a casualty. A first-time runner from South Africa was gored. But Joe came through fine: So for me, el stupendo. Looking at a picture of the goring, Thirwell says: Parker decides not to run, as does Michael. Joe, though, runs rain or shine. Just minutes before the bulls are released, Michael shows up and runs. Afterwards, he is exhilarated. I waited and I waited. And I was close to the bulls, which I wanted to be. One behind me, one in the front and I was like in the middle. Parker is proud of his young charge. Joe Distler will stay and run the risk the rest of the week. Here in Pamplona, for this week, he is a star, well known for his dedication. During the eight days, two runners were trampled and seriously injured and five runners were gored. By the end of the week, 44 runners were treated in the emergency room, including an American woman, Gail Leader. For Distler, the excitement is almost a drug: Page 3
Chapter 3 : Pamplona Spain Running of the Bulls Tours The Running of the Bulls is a centuries-old tradition, with records dating back to, when the San Fermà n Festival was moved from October to racedaydvl.com then, the event has grown to become the World's Largest Fiestaâ receiving over 1 million visitors from all over the world. Dress code[ edit ] Runners at the Pamplona bull run in typical attire Though there is no formal dress code, the very common and traditional attire is white trousers, white shirt with a red scarf around the waist and a red handkerchief around the neck. Another common dress practice, seen as a risk by some but as a daring depiction of courage by others is dressing in a conspicuous manner. Many runners that want to be seen wear colors other than white, a common alternate color choice is blue. Others include large logos on their shirt to capture the attention of the bulls. In the age of social media explosion, this is also thought to be a way to highlight someone in a photo. The run is depicted in the Billy Crystal film City Slickers, where the character "Mitch" Crystal is gored non-fatally from behind by a bull during a vacation with the other main characters. The run appears in the Bollywood movie Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, directed by Zoya Akhtar, as the final dare in the bucket list of the three bachelors who have to overcome their ultimate fear; death. At first, the trio run part of the route. They stop at the square, but then recover their nerve, and continue to the end. The completion of the run depicts their freedom as they learn that surviving a mortal danger can bring joy. Running with Bulls, a documentary of the festival filmed by Construct Creatives and presented by Jason Farrel, depicts the pros and cons of the controversial tradition. How To Survive The Bulls Of Pamplona, caused headlines around the world when one of the contributors was gored by a bull soon after its publication. Other encierros have also caused fatalities. Another similar tradition is soltes de vaques, where cows are used instead of bulls. Even though they can take place all along the year, they are most usual during local festivals normally in August. Compared to encierros, animals are not directed to any bullring. These festivities are normally organized by the youngsters of the village, as a way for showing their courage and ability with the bull. Some sources consider this tradition a masculine initiation rite to adulthood. The guardians are demonstrating their skill in turn a group of at least four bulls through a degree turn A bandido at Calvisson. Contact has been made with the bull: For instance, in Calvisson, the annual event takes place around 20 July over a period of five days. There are four events: Boys and men run with the bulls and try and separate them from the horses, stop them, and physically turn them away from the horses. Stamford bull run The English town of Stamford, Lincolnshire was host to the Stamford bull run for almost years until it was abandoned in Some butchers came to part the combatants and one of the bulls ran into the town, causing a great uproar. The earl, mounting his horse, rode after the animal, and enjoyed the sport so much, that he gave the meadow in which the fight began, to the butchers of Stamford, on condition that they should provide a bull, to be run in the town every 13 November, for ever after. As of the bull run had been revived as a ceremonial, festival-style community event. Mock bull runs[ edit ] A variation is the nightly " fire bull " where balls of flammable material are placed on the horns. Currently the bull is often replaced by a runner carrying a frame on which fireworks are placed and dodgers, usually children, run to avoid the sparks. The team, dressed as bulls, skates after runners through the French Quarter. In, there were 14, runners and over "bulls" from all over the country, with huge before- and after-parties. It looks just like a mini-encierro but with pigs instead of bulls. In Dewey Beach, Delaware, a bar named The Starboard [37] [ full citation needed ] sponsors an annual Running of the Bull [ sic ], in which hundreds of red- and white-clad beachgoers are chased down the shore by a single "bull" two people in a pantomime horse -style costume. In Rangiora, New Zealand, an annual Running of the Sheep is held, in which â sheep are released down the main street of the small farming town. By marching naked, they protested the festival and the following bullfight, arguing the bulls are tortured for entertainment. It is now called La Marquesada and the three-day event is held during the last weekend of the month of September or first weekend of October. Chapter 4 : Running of the bulls - Wikipedia Page 4
When is Running of the Bulls? The Running of the Bulls is July 6-14th in Pamplona, Spain. That's an easy answer though, because the world famous Running of the Bulls is always July 6th - 14th, no matter what year it is -,, or! Chapter 5 : Los Angeles Times - We are currently unavailable in your region Running of the Bulls tour packages & Pamplona tours. Known around the world for the Running of the BullsÂ, the San Fermin Festival in Pamplona offers an unparalleled experience as the city welcomes the week long fiesta. Chapter 6 : Pamplona Bull Run, to Watch or to Run?, Pamplona Bull-run tickets The basic schedule of events each day of the San Fermin Festival (with the exception of the opening and closing ceremonies) consists of an 8 a.m. bull run, a p.m. bullfight in the city's bullring featuring the bulls that ran that morning, and more partying after starting at 11 p.m. Chapter 7 : Running With The Bulls - CBS News How to Run With the Bulls Whether you're looking forward to your first dance with death or pride yourself on being a seasoned veteran, these tips will help you enjoy a safe run with the bulls. Chapter 8 : Running Of The Bulls Pamplona, Spain Stoke Travel More info about travel to Spain: racedaydvl.com For nine days each July, throngs of visitors come to run with the bulls, and a whole lot more. Chapter 9 : Seeing Red - "Running of the Bulls" in Pamplona, Spain - Pictures - CBS News Available Now: Spotify - racedaydvl.com Apple Music - racedaydvl.com itunes - racedaydvl.com Amazon - racedaydvl.com Director. Page 5