Montera is a traditional headwear associated with bullfighting in Spain. It is a round and flat-topped hat adorned with black velvet and often with a decorative trim. The design of the montera hat evolved from the 18th-century tricorne, worn by Spanish nobility. Over time, it was adapted for use in bullfighting, becoming a symbol of the matador’s costume. The hat is designed to stay securely on the head during the dynamic movements of a bullfight. Today, the montera remains an iconic part of Spanish cultural heritage and is also used in other traditional ceremonies and festivals.
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