What is the oldest bullring?
Q: What is the oldest bullring?
A: The oldest bullring is the La Maestranza in Seville, Spain, which was first used for bullfighting in 1765.
Q: How many people can the largest bullring seat?
A: The largest bullring is the Plaza México in central Mexico City, which seats 48,000 people.
Q: Who sorted out the rules and traditions of modern bullfighting?
A: The rules and traditions of modern bullfighting were sorted out by Paquiro (Francisco Montes Reina).
Q: How many members are on a team of bullfighters?
A: A team of bullfighters is seven men. The leader is the matador, and he has six assistants who play roles in the drama.
Q: What type of clothing do matadores wear?
A: Matadores wear costumes inspired by 18th century Andalusian clothing that are known as traje de luces ('suit of lights').
Q: What happens during the tercio de muerte ('the third of death') stage?
A: During the tercio de muerte ('the third of death') stage, the matador re-enters the ring alone with a small red cape and a sword called a muleta. He uses his cape to attract the bull in a series of passes known as faena. At then end he tries to move it into position before thrusting his sword between its shoulder blades and through its heart - this act is called an estocada.
Q: Are there any versions where animals are unharmed during a fight?
A: Yes, there are versions where animals are unharmed during a fight such as those organised by animal welfare organisations.
