D.H. Lawrence detested it. Langston Hughes loved it. It’s probably safe to say that no one who has seen bullfighting comes away ambivalent about it. If you can stomach the blood and the inevitable death of the bull (and, perhaps, the injury of the matador), then a Sunday afternoon at Plaza México, the largest bullring in the world, is one place to experience a centuries-old tradition. The Spanish brought bullfighting to Mexico when they arrived in the New World, and though the sport has become increasingly controversial in recent years (it’s even been banned entirely in the Mexican states of Coahuila, Guerrero, and Sonora, and its prohibition has been discussed–but not yet passed– in Mexico City), it’s one of the few places where such formality, pageantry, skill, and–yes, some would say– savagery can be witnessed for the price of a few pesos.
Julie Schwietert Collazo
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D.H. Lawrence detested it. Langston Hughes loved it. It’s probably safe to say that no one who has seen bullfighting comes away ambivalent about it. If you can stomach the blood and the inevitable death of the bull (and, perhaps, the injury of the matador), then a Sunday afternoon at Plaza México, the largest bullring in the world, is one place to experience a centuries-old tradition. The Spanish brought bullfighting to Mexico when they arrived in the New World, and though the sport has become increasingly controversial in recent years (it’s even been banned entirely in the Mexican states of Coahuila, Guerrero, and Sonora, and its prohibition has been discussed–but not yet passed– in Mexico City), it’s one of the few places where such formality, pageantry, skill, and–yes, some would say– savagery can be witnessed for the price of a few pesos.
Mexico Bullfighting
What a great experience. Full to capacity, watching the best bullfighter in the world, Jose Tomas, priceless! Also very emotional to be with my grandfather during his last live bullfight. If you ever visit the stadium in Mexico City you have to try the Esquite, it’s a Mexican snack, consists of corn in a cup with chili powder and lemon!!
Anniversary Bullfight
Enjoying a great Victoria beer at the anniversary bullfight. Bullfighting season is normally from October to February, holding events every Sunday. The bullfighting plaza anniversary is on Feb 5th and on that week they will hold two events, one on that day, whatever day it may fall and another on Sunday.
