Despite the fact that since 1841 Navarre lost its independence, this autonomous community retained all political institutions and laws. Therefore, in the territory of the former kingdom, along with the Spanish language has the status of official and Basque.

The connoisseurs of excursions will not lose by choosing a trip to Navarre - the golden age of this great piece of land resembles a rich heritage. The region stretching to the north of Spain has a historical connection with the nearest neighbor - France.

The capital is Pamplona.

Big cities - Olite, Tudela.

How to get here

Navarra International Airport is 6 km from the administrative center of the province. Despite the characteristic mountain landscape of the region, the roads in this part of the kingdom are comfortable for travel. Between settlements you can travel by bus or train, the railway network connects all major cities. Local motorways have a radial structure, highways connect the capital of Navarre with Madrid, Barcelona and other major settlements of the state.

Climate

Autonomy can be conditionally divided into three climatic zones, each of which is not similar to the rest .This is a wet, intermediate and coastal zone .In general, in Navarre, there is a dry and sultry summer, and winters in this part of Spain are snowy .The abundance of precipitation is determined by the influence of the waters of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean .In the cold months, the lowest temperatures are observed at elevations, fluctuations occur in the range from +2 ° C to +8 ° C .Abnormal heat in the autonomy is rare, so the region is suitable for year-round visits .

Kitchen

Climatic heterogeneity explains the agricultural wealth of the region. And in the kitchen of Navarra most of the local produce is used - artichokes, peppers, lettuce, beans, asparagus, cottage cheese. Sea gifts are most often imported from other provinces.

The crown dishes of local chefs include a rabbit with snails, a steak with a bone, cod in oil, a quail in chocolate. Navarre lamb, sausages of chistorus and choriso, artichokes with clams of thorn brandy El pacharan - gastronomic magic of the region will not leave indifferent gourmets from around the world.

Entertainment, excursions and attractions

Any of the cities will surprise the guests of the province with an abundance of monuments of antiquity. In Olit, the Palace of Palacio Real de Olite is worthy of attention, it was in it lived the kings of Navarre, several Gothic churches. Among them - the construction of the 14th century, the Church of the Virgin Mary. In the suburb of this settlement, the region's wine capital, the fortress of Uhue is located. In Tudela, the seal of antiquity bears a stone bridge connecting the banks of the Erbo River and the Cathedral.

Among natural wonders, the biosphere reserve in the southeast of the autonomy, Bardenas Reales, stands out most clearly. And in Baños de Fitero in the same town of Fito, you can plunge into the thermal springs. In total, the former kingdom has 50 protected areas. It is worth devoting time to walking, climbing numerous mountain peaks. Through the province is the Path of Jacob - this is another popular tourist "bait."

Pamplona

According to legend, Pamplona was founded by the great general Pompey, although historians today do not share this statement. The center of the former monarchy is fascinated by the modern character and charm of the former medieval town. The heart of Pamplona is a Gothic cathedral, the construction of which was conducted in 1397-1527. Today, the Museum of Religious Art is open in its walls. In the capital of Navarra is Taconera Park, famous for the fact that its project was created in the 18th century.

The citadel of the 16th century Pamplona consists of five bastions, forming a star. In addition to this medieval fortress is worth visiting the royal palace of the 19th century, the building of the Baroque city hall. In the spacious halls of the Museum of Navarre, many places are reserved for archaeological finds, frescoes, medieval jewelry and other exhibits. In addition to these iconic places, Pamplona is famous for its universities, as well as an arena for bullfights and concerts.

Feast of San Fermin

In the capital of Navarre, the San Fermin Fiesta is held every year. A series of festive events covers the whole city, the inhabitants and guests of which are immersed in fun for a whole week. Fame to San Fermin on an international scale was brought by Ernest Hemingway - the writer told about the grandiose fiesta in the novel "And the sun rises."

The July program of festivities is headed by the Encyclopaedia of 12 furious bulls, lasting no more than a quarter of an hour .Anyone can take part in a furious race - over two million foreigners come to Navarre every summer to test their nerves for strength, fleeing from angry animals .Dangerous fun is replaced by carnival processions and bullfights, exciting blood, performances of musicians from the auto-da-fe .This is the traditional burning of giant dolls, which symbolize the sins of humanity .In former times, blasphemers and witches died at fires .

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