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- Mr_MrsBeckettColne, UK1,484 contributionsDidn't go in but what a stunning building. Nice fountain in front but it's right by a main road. Well worth walking by and having a lookWritten May 3, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Aarushi G14 contributionsWhile walking through Retiro Park, the Puerta de Alcala is worth seeing. It is majestic and a beautiful structure, and only the Royal Family can physically go through it. It is a great photo spot and worth seeing as this gate is rich in history and is one of the main gates to the city of Madrid.Written July 6, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Steve_of_N21London, UK2,135 contributionsIt should be no surprise that this is the most photographed monument in Retino Park. It really is impressive,
The monument was inaugurated on June 6, 1922 and was the first of many commemorative statues that were added to parks in Spain over the last century. The monument is 30 meters high, 86 meters long, and 58 meters wide. At its center is the statue of King Alfonso XII. The statue depicts the king on horseback and is constructed of bronze and stone. In the central base of the monument are the statues "La Paz" ("Peace"), "La Libertad" ("Freedom") and "El Progreso" ("Progress").
This is a really impressive piece of architecture which should be photographed from afar and then looked at in detail up close. And then it’s steps down to the water afford a great place to sit a while and watch the modern day locals and tourists mucking about on boats and canoes on the lake.Written May 26, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Scotty102Innerleithen, UK619 contributionsLarge city gate, right outside of the hotel. As others have mentioned, far fewer tourists at this gate. Lit up at night.Written June 19, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- VladimiramirelaMississauga, Canada1,872 contributionsThe famous Cervantes monument was partly covered by a green tarpaulin, protected from the works going on in the plaza surrounding it. We could still appreciate its importance and grandeur, however, I hope the modernization of the place will be completed soon.Written January 21, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- nick9874Florida200 contributionsWorth a walk by. Our tour director mentioned this statue and since we were nearby and intrigued decided to see it. It is a nice walk through the park where you will see lots of locals enjoying the outside. I would not go out of my way to see this but it is definitely unique based on representation to take a peek at.Written March 25, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- OldjackGreater Melbourne, Australia27,424 contributionsThe statue if of King Filipe IV on a nag outside the Palace Real in some nice gardens atop a pleasant water feature-fountain. Filipe IV rule Spain fromm1621-1665 and also Portugal for some years . It is an interesting statue and water featureWritten May 20, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TheShisTel Aviv, Israel38,808 contributionsThis is a lovely statue of Felipe III, located in the center of Mayor square.
While there was a a holiday market in the square, the figure of Felipe III was still visible among all the stalls.Written January 11, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - on_the_go_98765Tucson18,322 contributionsColumbus (or Colon or Colom) is an historical figure with a past; not all of it favorable but at least notable for its accomplishments, even at the price that others paid. But here we are, at the foot of the monument and it is a column with stories only rivaled by the bible (so to speak). Every level tells an episode in the saga of this man's life.
To begin with, it does stand 197 feet tall (maybe because of all the episodes needing to be carved into the story) and was constructed in 1888 for the Exposition. The man himself stand at the top, all 24 feet of his persona, pointing (ahem, an error) not to the new world but to Constantine, Algeria. Ooops.
On every level of this vertical story, griffins, victories (the winged ones), medallions, and bits and pieces of his career and life are assembled. People related to Columbus are listed, also a bit on his son and himself asking for food at a monastery, and lots more. His was not an easy mission and the gift to sail was hard won.
There is a claustrophobic internal elevator (holds maybe 4 people) but why bother? Views are just s good from close by big buildings or from the cruise ship.
Interesting old piece sculpted with a story in each of its medallions, bas-relief panels, and all the accoutrements telling a detailed story.Written November 25, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BennyMalagaMalaga, Spain89,775 contributionsThe Pantheon of Distinguished Men has plenty of good sculpture of prominent Spanish men from the past who were involved in Spanish government. Each has his own personal monument here and the sculptures are all quite beautiful.Written April 27, 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- FlyingBoy58Chicago, IL11,233 contributionsIt’s a nice statue. Looks well made and put together well. I don’t know who the guy is or why he got a statue. But it only takes a few minutes to look at.Written September 28, 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Simba103 contributionsIt´s good to see the extrover sometimes. The good thibngf is that it is well maintained and not covered in graffittiWritten July 23, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ogi0Sofia, Bulgaria20,310 contributionsAdjacent to the Neptune Fountain, this monument is dedicated to those who fell in all the wars fought on the Iberian Peninsula. Access is restricted by a metal fence.Written May 13, 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Phi SomchaiBangkok, Thailand3,762 contributionsThis is a monument built by Franco in the 50’s. It reminded me of the Arc de Triumph of Paris. The arc and its surrounding looked very dirty and poorly maintained.Written March 9, 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dimitris LSydney, Australia42,983 contributionsThe bronze statue of Federico Garcia Lorca is in the middle of Plaza De Santa Ana, in Madrid. It is to honour this great poet who was murdered by Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War. The statue shows Lorca at a point where he is letting go of a dove he was holding. It is a moving scene. There many cafes and restaurants in the area. Worth having a look.Written June 29, 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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