Spain’s first corrida (bullfight) occurred in 711. However, the act of dodging and stabbing a bull did not begin for another 1,000 years in 1724. Spanish-style bullfighting became a national sport and is deeply rooted in Córdoba’s culture. In 1954, the City Council began displaying bullfight art in a museum. As the collection grew, the venue for the artwork changed and closed several times. In 2014, this Museo Taurino de Córdoba opened with great fanfare. Some people abhor bullfighting’s brutality while others celebrate its legacy. Regardless of your position, you will be fascinated by this museum.
