Monday, July 9, 2007

Madrid: Torada (bullfight)



Not only is Madrid one of the most important cities in Spain, it is also the house of one of the most important and beautiful (for some) events. We are talking about the so called “torada” or bullfight.
This event calls thousands of people to Madrid every year, between March and October, but it is in June, during the “Fiera de San Isidro”, that the bullfights become the main event, as everyday there is at least one at the Plaza de las Ventas.
Many people love it, many hate it, but no one is indifferent to this battle that puts men and bulls head to head to see which one wins. So, during two full hours the arena becomes the stage of an incredible show with vibrant colours and beautiful costumes worn by the bullfighters, who uphold hundreds of years of tradition in their well-rehearsed and graceful movements
It may not have a happy ending but it is definitely worth seeing it!


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