The Spanish capital city of Madrid is the third most populous city in all of Europe. Madrid’s rich and colorful history has left it with wonderful monuments, architecture, and some of the most famous art in the world, but the city also offers a modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere making it one of the top tourist destinations in Spain.
A visit to the city may begin with a stay in one of the five star Madrid hotels. Travellers can then enjoy many fine restaurants and shopping opportunities. Art lovers will find incredible museums and galleries throughout the city. And Madrid is legendary for its exciting nightlife that begins in the city’s many restaurants but finds its heart in the many bars and nightclubs that keep the city humming all night.
One of the more unique attractions in Madrid is bullfighting. Established in 1929, the Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas is Spain’s largest bullring and is considered by many to be the center of bullfighting for the entire world. Dedicated in 1931, Las Ventas can seat nearly 25,000 spectators.
The bullfighting season in Madrid starts up in March and runs through October. Daily bullfights are held from Mid-March to Mid-June during the San Isidro festivities. For the remainder of the season, bullfights occur on Sundays and public holidays. Seating prices are determined by their proximity to the arena and whether they are in shady areas of the stadium or sunny.
Off season, Las Ventas is home to many concerts and other large events, such as the 1996 concert by AC/DC that was recorded as a concert video/DVD.
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