The tradition of bullfighting in Nazareth date at least the eighteenth century, associated with the celebrations in honor of Nossa Sra. Da Nazaré . This lack of a square stone bulls and lime every year makeshift arenas were built on the site of the Parties, in Terreiro , near the Sanctuary .
The Bullring is now known was inaugurated in 1897 , with project architect Francisco da Silva Castro . Neoárabe of style and polygonal two floors , the square has benches on both levels , with some cabins on the upper floor . There is a capacity for about 5,000 spectators .
Each year the Plaza de Toros of Nazareth , membership of the Brotherhood of Nossa Sra . Of Nazareth , receives, during the summer months , the most respected riders in the country in prestigious races. It is sometimes used to carry out other cultural events.