Statues in Spain

Princess Kristina played a pivotal role in fostering diplomatic ties between two kingdoms, Norway and Spain.

This dragon narrowly escaped demolition.

Dedicated to one of the author's most iconic works.

After the queen of Spain had a dream where these statues fell and crushed her, they were removed from the palace and given new homes around Madrid.

Dr. Fleming's work saved the lives of many bullfighters thanks to his discovery of penicillin.

This sculpture pays homage to the street sweepers of Madrid since its inauguration in 2001 in Plaza Jacinto Benavente.

An homage to the first Spanish cyclist to win the Tour de France.

Maybe the most iconic character in the Easter (Holy Week) processions in Zamora.

Shrapnel scars and bullet holes from the Spanish Civil War can still be seen in this monument to Spanish doctor Federico Rubio.

Kissing the ass of this stone lioness has become a rite of passage in the city of Girona.

A statue commemorating a beloved stray dog who was adopted by the entire neighborhood where he lived.

Dedicated to a young woman who broke gender barriers at the University of Madrid.

These "mermaids" that surround a plaza in Segovia are rather sphinx-like.

A pair of gigantic baby heads greet passengers at Atocha Station.

This statue celebrates the winners of one of the most popular mountain stages in the Vuelta a España cycle race.

Down this yellow brick road, visitors are treated to toadstool houses and massive mushroom sculptures.