Bullfighting, or La Corrida de Toros, is a very important aspect of the Spanish culture.  Bullfighting is a tradition of Spain, Portugal, southern France, and several Latin American countries.  It can often be linked to ancient Rome, where many man vs. animal events took place.  Bullfighting spread from Spain to the Central and South American colonies, and to France in the 19th century as well.  The Spanish introduced the practice of bullfighting on foot around 1726.  Francisco Romero, from Andalucía, Spain, is seen to be one of the most famous bullfighters of his time.
              Francisco Romero                 




Many spectators today feel that bullfighting is a blood sport, while others feel that it is a fine art.  Would you choose to attend a bullfight?  Why or why not?







                                                         
                                                                                   -Plaza de Toros-         
                                                                                     Sevilla, España



   

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