Since 6 July, the streets of Pamplona have come alive each morning at 8am as groups of bulls are driven through the city as part of the annual San Fermin festival. This age-old tradition, known for its excitement and risk, has faced growing condemnation from animal welfare organisations around the world due to concerns over the treatment of the animals involved.
The run covers a distance of just over 800 metres and ends in a bullring, where the animals are later killed during the evening's bullfights. Nevertheless, the event continues to attract thousands of visitors from all over the globe, many seeking the thrill of running alongside the bulls through the narrow city streets.
So far this year, 51 people have been injured during the runs. Most injuries occur when bottlenecks form along the route or when participants are trampled by others amid the chaos.
The San Fermin festival will conclude on Tuesday, marked by the traditional closing songs that signal the end of the festivities.
