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A torero
Matador, The style and bravery of the matador is regarded as being at least as important as whether or not he actually kills the bull.
A picador is a bullfighter who uses a lance while on horseback to test the bull's strength.
banderillero is a torero who sets the banderillas (lit. little flags). These are colorful sticks with a barbed point which are placed in the top of the bull's shoulder.
A bullfighter is a torero. A torero who kills bulls is the matador. All matadores are toreros but not all toreros are matadores.
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Famous spanish sport?
Bullfighting.
What is a name for a bull fighter?
A matador is another name for a bull fighter. In Spanish, to'rero, and is the main performer in bullfighting, a practice exercised in many Spanish influenced countries and regions.
When and what year did bullfighting come to Mexico?
Since 1521, when Spanish conquistadores conquered Mexico and began to colonize it, bringing with them most of their traditions, including bullfighting.
Are there any bullfighting events in Germany?
No, Germany does not hold traditional Spanish bullfights.
Is bullfighting still important in Spain?
Yes not all of the Spanish are fans, but it is tolerated by most. Bullfighting is part of the national heritage, but the most important passion in Spain is soccer
How many styles of bullfighting are there?
There are several styles of bullfighting, with the most prominent being Spanish bullfighting, Portuguese bullfighting, and various forms practiced in Latin America. Spanish bullfighting, known as "corrida de toros," typically involves a matador facing a single bull in a series of choreographed movements. Portuguese bullfighting, or "forcadaria," features a focus on bull wrestling rather than killing the bull, with the bullfighter using a team of men called "forcados." Other regional variations may also exist, each with its own unique traditions and rules.
Which Spanish speaking country is located on the continent of Europe and is famous for bullfighting and flamenco dancing?
africa
How many people have died from a toreador?
This is a difficult question to answer with any degree of accuracy as there is no definitive source of information regarding how many people have died as a result of a toreador. However there have been some documented cases of fatalities that have occurred as a result of a toreadors bullfighting activities. Here are some of the most notable examples: In 1881 Spanish bullfighter Rafael Molina Jimenez was killed by a bull during a bullfighting event in Madrid. In 1892 Juan Belmonte one of the most famous toreadors of all time suffered a fatal injury after he was gored by a bull during a bullfight in Seville. In 1904 Spanish bullfighter Jose Gomez Alvarez was killed by a bull during a bullfighting event in Valencia. In 1924 Spanish bullfighter Jose Sancho Casanova was killed by a bull during a bullfighting event in Madrid. In 1934 Spanish bullfighter Antonio Fuentes was killed by a bull during a bullfighting event in Madrid. In 1938 Spanish bullfighter Antonio Baena was killed by a bull during a bullfighting event in Seville. In 1940 Spanish bullfighter Manuel Cuadrado was killed by a bull during a bullfighting event in Madrid. In 1944 Spanish bullfighter Jose Maria Rueda was killed by a bull during a bullfighting event in Madrid. In 1949 Spanish bullfighter Francisco Montes was killed by a bull during a bullfighting event in Madrid. In 2011 Spanish bullfighter Victor Barrio was killed by a bull during a bullfighting event in Teruel.While these are some of the most widely reported cases of fatalities caused by toreadors there may be other cases that have gone unreported or underreported. Therefore it is difficult to accurately determine the exact number of people who have died as a result of a toreadors activities.
What kind of gifts in Spain do they open for Christmas?
you would probably get bullfighting tickets, Spanish t-shirts,
How did bullfighting begin in Mexico and what do they do?
Since the first years Mexico became a Spanish colony in the Americas (1521). That is one example of the traditions brought to Mexico by the Spanish.
Who throws the spears at the bull in bullfighting?
Nobody 'throws spears' at the bull during a typical Spanish style bullfight.
What region in Spain wants to ban bullfighting in their area?
no where has banned bullfighting in Spain, but alot of regions in Spain are trying to bann it for good! Lawmakers in the Spanish Region of Catalonia voted Wednesday, July 28, 2010 to ban bullfighting effective 2012. The vote was 68 Ayes, 55 Nays, and 9 abstentions.
