Plaza de Toros, Colmenar Viejo, Bullring in Colmenar Viejo, Spain.
Description
The Plaza de Toros in Colmenar Viejo is a bullring in the Madrid region and one of the most important arenas of its kind there. The facility holds about 10,000 spectators and was constructed with stone and local materials to host fights and other events.
History
The arena opened in August 1891 with capacity for 5,000 spectators. Over the years it was expanded and improved to meet the growing demands of the bullfighting business.
Culture
The venue is deeply tied to bullfighting tradition and draws fans from across the region during the annual Los Remedios festivities in late August. The fights showcase the skill of renowned matadors and connect visitors to a centuries-old Spanish practice.
Practical
The venue sits on Avenida de los Remedios and is easily reached from the town center. Visitors should book ahead, especially during the peak events in August, to secure good seating.
Did you know?
The arena is the site of a dramatic moment in bullfighting history that fans still remember today. This event has made the venue symbolically significant in the eyes of many within the bullfighting world.
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