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Bullfighting in Mexico has been one of the most popular sports in the country for the last 400 years. Bullfighting in Mexico is also known as "fiesta brava," and attracts thousands of spectators every year. The largest bullfighting ring in the world is Plaza Mexico in Mexico City, which seats 40,000 people.
Bullfighting, as it is performed today, dates from the mid-1700s. Three bullfighters, or toreros, take on six bulls in the order of seniority. The first bullfighter is the most senior of the toreros and fights one bull. The rotation will continue until each torero has dispatched both of his bulls. The ceremony begins with a paseilla, the presentation of all the players to the crowd and officials. The corrida, or contest, itself is divided into three parts or tercios.
Bullfighting is an arena sport that has its roots in Latin and European history. Although it faces harsh criticism these days, the sport continues to be played. A battle or wits and strength between man and bull, it is a rather barbaric sport, but it has also been heralded as a sort of art form.
Bullfighting is one of the oldest and most controversial sports in Spain. The dashing figure of the toreador and the spectacle of a heaving bull charging around the ring, truly embraces the spirit of Spain. Whether you love it or hate it, bullfighting is not going away and can only be fully understood by seeing it yourself.
