Bullfighting In Murcia
A vacation to Spain is not complete without watching a bullfight. This sport is a time-honored tradition in the country and is one of the top things one would think of when asked about Spanish culture. Vacationing in the city of Murciawill provide one an authentic bullfighting experience as well as vacationing in the neighbouring cities of Cieza and Cartagena. Aside from being able to this age-old sport, one will also be able to know their histories as well as the city’s stand on current attempts by some groups to abolish the sport in the country.
If one has ever wanted to see a bullfight at least once in one’s life, vacationing in this city is a good decision. It is the center of bullfighting in this region. Tourists and locals alike view the action of this powerful sport first hand at the Plaza de Toros de Murcia at Ronda de Garay.
Those who want to know more about the origins, history and significant moments in the practice of the sport in the region and particularly in the city, a visit to the Bullfighting Museum of Murcia must be included in one’s itinerary. The museum was founded in 1919 and houses posters, bullfighter’s costumes, and equipment for visitors to examine. There is also a library with a video collection for people who have the inclination and the time to learn more about this controversial sport. The museum is open to the public from Monday to Friday.
While the regional government of Catalonia is moving towards a total ban on the sport, the city of Murcia took its stand in the debate over the controversial sport by declaring bullfighting as part of the city’s protected cultural patrimony. This means that the sport will be on the same level as historical buildings and monuments. The implications of this move means that people or groups who stop bullfights may be taken to court for damaging a protected cultural patrimony.
Controversial or not, one cannot deny that bullfighting has been a part of this region’s identity for the longest time. Visiting Murcia will give one an opportunity to hear out their side of the debate with a visit or two at the Bullfighting Museum and more importantly watching firsthand this deadly dance between man and bull. With the knowledge from this experience one may be able to understand why this sport is a very important part of the culture and identity of this Spanish city.
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