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Maestranza (La)

  • September 25, 2007
  • Rated 4 of 5 by baroudeur2004 from Liege, Belgium
Maestranza (La)

Even though bullfighting is considered, outside Spain, as a cruel and useless sport it is an integral part of the Spanish traditions and especially in Andalucia. It reveals the dramatic Spanish soul: loving life and playing with death (either the torero or the bull will win the fight).

The arenas of La Maestranza are without any doubt one of the prestigious top-places of bullfighting. They were built in the 17th century and were restored in the middle of the 19th century. The architecture of the arenas of Seville is in perfect harmony with its history and its prestige.

The history of bullfighting in Seville is as old as its fame. The most important dates of bullfighting in Seville are the ‘Feria,’ in April, Easter Sunday, and Corpus Christi day. Attending a bullfight in Seville, it is seeing a coloured spectacle.

It is possible to visit la Maestranza outside corridas times for a small fee but to grasp the respectful atmosphere inside it, you have to watch a novillada (corrida by beginner toreros or novillados) or a corrida at evenings.

There is usually a novillada every week in Seville during the summer; it is easier to get a ticket for a novillada than a corrida (often sold out). Prices vary according to the seat (back or front seat, under the sun or not) and the fame of the toreros. I paid 10 euros for a seat to watch a novillada. For a corrida, it is much more expensive.

I would definitely recommend visiting La Maestranza during a spectacle if you are not cold-blooded and if you want to have a grasp of the true Spanish soul. Do not forget to bring a white handkerchief with you because when the spectators are happy with the bullfighter's performance, they show a white handkerchief to him.

From journal Stopover in Seville

La Maestranza in Sevilla

  • May 5, 2002
  • Rated 4 of 5 by Shersal from Anson, Texas
Attending a bullfight in the most famous bullring in the world was a must on our trip. We thorougly enjoyed watching the procession of the matadors and horses entering the ring. The costumes that the matadors wore were of the original ones, the suit of lights. The whole atmosphere of the bullring showed the respect the crowd had for the matador and the bull. An experience that should not be missed!

From journal The Iberian Awakening

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