Created by local sculptor Jose Belloni, the Monumento la Carreta was created in honor of the ox-cart drivers of the 19th century. The bronze and granite sculpture was first installed in 1934, and was recently restored by the artist's grandson. It is recognized as a National Historic Monument.
November 17, 2011
Almunecar, Spain
Look closely and you'll spot the remains of an ancient Roman aqueduct beside this fountain.
Oslo, Norway
A bold and controversial statue of a Christmas icon, blending adult undertones with playful humor, stands year-round in a traffic circle.
Trempealeau, Wisconsin
A giant fiberglass catfish welcomes visitors to this Wisconsin river town and heralds its annual Catfish Days festival.
Tokyo, Japan
This statue of a deified “hag” is said to protect children from the common cold and coughing fits.
Boadilla del Monte, Spain
This larger-than-life lime green gummy bear sits in the middle of a roundabout in Spain.
Warsaw, Poland
A group of tiny bears has occupied various spots across Warsaw's Bemowo district.
Kaiserslautern, Germany
A team of concrete athletes stands in the middle of a traffic circle.
Olbernhau, Germany
Created in 1935 as a small gift for those who donated to a charity drive, this little wooden soldier became the symbol of a German town.
