Corrida de Nimes

Traditional, controversial, festival.  A roman arena over 2000 years old, glittering costumes, courage, machismo.  Smells of cigar smoke and horses.  Brass bands, overcrowded narrow streets, unwritten rules, respect and an animated crowd.

I feel fortunate for the experience and suspect it is difficult to pass judgement without understanding all that goes with it.   Tough on the bull at the end of the day though....

Roman Arena

Sam- Lost in the crowd

Crowd

500kg Bulls!

Traditional Costumes

2000 years old and still beautiful.  Amazing.