Author: Blanca Ríos

La desencajonada
News

The “Desencajonada”: The Sacred Prologue to Valencia’s July Fair

The roar of timber as the crates are opened, the bulls’ “trapío” (their imposing physical presence, strength and overall appearance) judged beneath the Mediterranean night sky… Have you ever experienced the “desencajonada”? Discover why Valencia hosts one of the most unique and spectacular pre-bullfight events in the world.

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Ignacio Garibay por la puerta grande de Valencia
Reviews Valencia

Valencia Review – 9 May 2026

The Mexican novillero cut two ears during the Virgen de los Desamparados bullfight and left Valencia through the Puerta Grande on his debut appearance.

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Emilio de Justo
Reviews Valencia

Valencia Review – 19 March 2026

The Extremaduran matador cuts an ear in Valencia after delivering the standout performance of the afternoon against a top bull from Núñez del Cuvillo.

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Marco Pérez
Reviews Valencia

Valencia Review – 17 March 2026

The young bullfighter delivered a performance full of courage and ambition at Fallas, cutting one ear from each bull and being carried out on shoulders in Valencia.

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