One of Spain’s most unique hotels, the Hotel Puerta América is made up of 12 floors; each having its own style and unique architecture. A total of 19 separate agencies came together to design Hotel Puerta America’s 12 floors so that a completely separate atmosphere is felt from one floor to the next. Everything about the hotel evokes the senses; from the bold colors and textures to the overall futuristic and daring architecture.
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La Fiesta de San Fermín :: Pamplona, Spain
La Fiesta de San Fermín (The Festival of Saint Fermin), held every year from July 6-14, began in 1591 when the San Fermin festival, the town fair of Pamplona, Spain and a bull fighting celebration were combined into one large festival. The bishop, Saint Fermin, traveled across the lands converting people to Christianity. Sadly, his views were not shared by all and he met his martyrdom in Amiens, France where he was beheaded. Pamplona locals have since honored him with his own festival. Festival go-ers dress traditional white, with a red bandanna and red sash in memory of the blood shed by the Saint.
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