Around 20,000 people gathered in the streets of Bunol to take part in La Tomatina, the well‑known tomato‑throwing event, using an estimated 165 tonnes of tomatoes, Al Jazeera’s photo coverage shows.
The images capture large crowds engaged in the fruit fight, with tomatoes being launched across narrow streets and sidewalks covered in red pulp. Participants appear to be of varied ages and backgrounds, contributing to the chaotic, festive atmosphere documented by photographers on site.
La Tomatina has become a high‑profile spectacle that attracts substantial numbers of participants and visitors. This year’s figures underline the continuing popularity of the event and its appeal as a vivid, communal celebration.
The photo package published by Al Jazeera highlights both the energetic participation and the visual impact of the festival, offering a close view of the large‑scale, temporary transformation of Bunol’s streets into a scene dominated by smashed tomatoes and revelry.