Places Edited by Luis Morato

With remarkable nonchalance, this modest park in Alcorcón brings Greek mythology and astronomy together

Part of the wall is preserved in the aptly named Parque de Berlín in Madrid.

Five mysterious spheres in the wall of a church that puzzle Málaga’s locals.

A home for Spain's version of the Tooth Fairy, hidden in an old gas company register.

A mid-14th-century tower that served as a prison for Spanish nobles.

The bronze creation commemorates the life and work of a beloved actor.

A unique Baroque bridge preserved in Madrid's largest public park.

Baltasar Bachero became a hero after he saved the lives of two children nearly run over by an out-of-control mule-drawn carriage.

A small but stubborn relic of Spain’s turbulent past hides in plain sight.

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

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

A fascinating little project dedicated to preserving the charming historic doors of Durrës.

Legend holds that this knife serves as a chilling reminder of the deadly rivalry between two local builder brothers.

Seven dragon statues—including one that breathes real fire—are scattered throughout the streets of Krakow.

One of the best examples of a Byzantine period monument in Albania.

This open-air sculpture museum is located under a bridge in the center of Madrid.

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

The famous sculptor had a hand in this imposing fortress.

An ancient Roman snake god, carved expertly into stone.

Built in 1925, this glass-roofed shopping arcade is known for its modernist Italian architecture.

Inaugurated three times, this tower offers some of the best views of Madrid.

This girder was hit by a bomb during the Spanish Civil War, but nobody knew about it until 2016.

A masterpiece of Rationalist architecture in the center of Madrid with lizards on it.

A haven for book enthusiasts across the street from Retiro Park.