Category: Civil Architecture > Bullring
District: Faro > Albufeira > Albufeira
The Bullring is situated in the heart of Albufeira, next to the riverside area and the sandy beach that lines the coast. Surrounded by quiet streets with typical cobblestones, it is integrated into an urban fabric where tradition meets the fishing atmosphere.
From the top of the stands, it is possible to enjoy glimpses of the sea and the distinct colors of the old facades that dot the city's landscape, creating a striking setting for this circular space.
Built with white masonry with sandstone details, the arena maintains simple lines of Neo-Moorish inspiration, common to several buildings in the Algarve. The exterior features successive arches that provide rhythm and, in the past, controlled public access.
Inside, the play of light and shadow on the albero – the sandy floor of the bullring – creates an atmosphere that evokes the memory of bullfights. The concentric arrangement of the benches offers a centralized perspective, enhancing each viewpoint.
Erected at the beginning of the 20th century as the Royal Bullring, it witnessed several generations and bullfighting events until the end of 2019, when bullfights ceased in the region. Since then, the space has been awaiting new uses.
In 2020, it was acquired with the aim of transforming the venue into a cultural hub. The ongoing project envisages maintaining the original structure, combining it with social areas and initiatives of an artistic nature, without altering the historical design.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 37.094890734890065,-8.225487084457319
Coordinates DMS: 37°05'41.6"N 08°13'31.8"W
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