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Pamplona full of History and Charm

Located in the centre of the Autonomous region of Navarre, lies Pamplona, the capital of the Ancient Kingdom of Navarre.

Pamplona has always been an important stopping point on the Pilgrim's Way to Santiago de Compostela and was founded by the Roman general Pompey on the ancient Vascon settlement of Irua in 75 B.C

Pamplona now has a population of around 200.000 and is a historic , charming, welcoming and modern city. The old quarter is a travelers delight and full of narrow streets, small plazas, churches, towers and Nobel dwellings.

Go deeper into the city and so much of the cities history will be revealed. Some of the cities most fascinating and popular destinations include the town hall, built in 1752 which commemorates the union of the hamlets of San Cernin, San Nicolas and Navarrera. Theres is the gothic church of Santo Domingo from the 16th Century. The Museum of Navarre houses an important collection of archaeological pieces and works of art. The outstanding Santa Mara la Real Cathedra is located in the La Navarrera neighborhood and so much more.

And remember some of the finest Spanish cuisine and wine comes from this beautiful region. Walking around the old quarter you will come across an amazing choice of restaurants serving a wide variety of local delicacies including lamb, small green peppers and locally grown asparagus dishes, not to mention an array of tapas ( Pinchos ) bars.

Exploring the historic part of Pamplona is easy by staying at some of the great value hotels located in the central part of the city . They include the AV Ciudad de Pamplona .This smart and modern hotel is situated in the centre of Pamplona, between the university site and the Ciudadela Park. From here you can stroll into the historic centre. Relax with friends or colleagues in the comfortable AC Lounge, at the end of a long days sightseeing the city. During the running of the bull festival, this is the ideal place to retreat from the festivities in the city centre and get some rest. The hotel also boasts a fitness centre, where you can unwind and exercise while on holiday. There is also a smart restaurant onsite, which allows you to sample typical local cuisine without leaving the hotel.