Understandably there are a huge number of people out there who do not agree with Bullfighting.  It is a bloody sport and comes across as very cruel to the average American spectator.  However, you would be missing out on an exciting, truly Spanish cultural tradition if you pass up the opportunity to grab a seat at the largest bullring in Spain. 

Even if you can't bring yourself to buy a ticket, do yourself the favor of taking the Metro to the Las Ventas stop and emerge from below ground to the beautiful sight of Madrid's bullring.  Called Las Ventas, the bullring was completed in 1929 and eventually inaugurated in 1931.  Having seen several other bullrings throughout Spain I must say this one is breathtaking.  Even a stop by during the fights and a walk around will help you understand the excitement and energy that goes on during this cultural event.

  For those of you who are willing to take a peek you will be happy to know that tickets are dirt cheap.

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