The Bullfight Corrida: A Dance with Death
Barefoot Blogger · ExploreWhen I decided to move to France, bullfights never entered my mind. Who knew the traditionally Spanish events exist in the south of France?
Years ago, I attended a bullfight in Spain. It was the “thing to do” for a 20-something college kid visiting Barcelona. All I remember about it was that I bought a poster; I carried it around for years; and life went on. Explore this Post
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