Today I went to the opening day of bullfighting in the Monumental de Barcelona stadium. Bullfighting is something that I did not defend or oppose until today. I can now say that this sport should be abolished in Barcelona, and eventually all of Spain.
The bull is tortured throughout the duration of the "fight" and is stabbed repeatedly until it is exhausted and can barely stand. Then the matador stabs the bull in the neck and finally kills it. I saw six fights and could not bare any more.
Attending the fight was an amazing experience however. It is one of the most traditional Spanish events I have attended and was a great cultural experience. It is something I recommend all students do once while studying abroad.
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