Palha Blanco Bullring, Portuguese bullring in Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal.
The Palha Blanco Bullring features a circular structure with traditional Portuguese architectural elements and stands tall in the center of Vila Franca de Xira.
The current bullring, built in 1901 after three wooden predecessors, received its name in 1937 from José Pereira Palha Blanco, who contributed to its construction.
The arena serves as a central venue for Portuguese bullfighting traditions from April to October, with regular performances drawing spectators every weekend.
Visitors can reach the bullring by train from Lisbon to Vila Franca de Xira station, followed by a short walk through the city center.
The facility includes an ethnographic museum that documents the regional traditions and houses artifacts related to Portuguese bullfighting practices.
Location: Vila Franca de Xira
GPS coordinates: 38.94982,-8.99084
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:06
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