Spain's controversial San Fermin bull-running festival | IN PICS

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Spain's famous San Fermin festival has kicked off Image Source : AP

Thousands crammed into Pamplona's main square for the lighting of the 'chupinazo' firecracker. Image Source : AP

The nine-day San Fermin festival opened at midday before thousands of enthusiastic people. Image Source : AP

The first bullfight takes place in the northern Spanish town today. Image Source : AP

Six bulls, several oxen are chased through the narrow streets every morning Image Source : AP

Bulls are charged up so that they show utmost anger during the 875-meter-long course. Image Source : AP

The festival is always dubbed controversial by animal lovers. Image Source : AP

Yet the festival continues to attract thousands of visitors from all over the world. Image Source : AP

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