Statues in Madrid

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

This dragon narrowly escaped demolition.

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.

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

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.

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

This sweet-toothed bear searching for snacks has been a symbol of Madrid for decades.

This amazing abuela became a diehard metal fan late in life and an icon of Madrid's '80s rock scene.

A whimsical brother of the nearby Fallen Angel statue takes the falling part quite literally.

Commonly acknowledged as the only public monument to the Devil himself.