La Malagueta Bullring in Málaga

In the eastern district of Málaga, the La Malagueta Bullring stands as a significant historical building. Designed by Joaquín Rucoba, who also designed the Mercado de Atarazanas, the arena is a 16-sided hexadecagon with a ring measuring 52 meters in diameter. Following a refurbishment in 2010, the complex can accommodate 9,032 spectators and includes stables, dressing rooms, and the Museo Taurino Antonio Ordóñez.

The site has a complex history, serving various roles over the decades. During the last months of the Spanish Civil War in 1939, it was used to house prisoners from the nearby concentration camp at La Aurora. It was used again to house prisoners in 1943 during the Second World War. In 1976, it was declared a Conjunto histórico, and it was later added to the list of national heritage sites as a Bien de Interés Cultural in 1981.

Since a renovation began in 2017, the interior has been adapted to function as a cultural center year-round. The bullring continues to host traditional events, such as the Corrida Picassiana during Holy Week and the Corrida de la Prensa in June. It also features prominently during the Feria de Agosto, with the final bullfight of the season held in September in honor of Our Lady of Victory.

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