Statues in Spain

One of Madrid's most beloved statues is of an anonymous citizen.

Look closely and you'll spot the remains of an ancient Roman aqueduct beside this fountain.

This larger-than-life lime green gummy bear sits in the middle of a roundabout in Spain.

A monument to one of the greatest matadors of all time.

This enigmatic Iberian sculpture of uncertain origin may have once guarded a burial site.

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.