The end of an era

2012 will mark the end of an era in Barcelona. The infamous tradition of bullfighting will no longer be allowed to take place anywhere in Catalunya. The Plaza de Toros will be turned into a theatre & circus venue.

So I took the opportunity while I could, to go and check out the grounds up close and see the history of the tradition in the city. Whether you agree with bullfighting or not, the actual location & the museum (if you could call it that) are an incredible spectacle.

I was chatting to the staff at the grounds (who opened the freaking venue 45mins late after their lunch closure!), who were so slow paced & small town like (so loved them!). Yes mum, I did buy you something from the Plaza... and yes it is what you guys wanted...

We never went to any bull fights when I was young, so this was all new for me. It was an awesome experience and I'm glad I got to see the venue before it is transformed into something modern & generic.