Caja Madrid Obelisk, Madrid

Name: Caja Madrid Obelisk
Address: Madrid, Spain

#120 among attractions in Madrid

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The Caja Madrid Obelisk is an obelisk designed by Santiago Calatrava located in the Plaza de Castilla in Madrid, Spain. The monument—intended to commemorate the 300th anniversary of Caja Madrid— was donated by the saving bank to the city of Madrid. ()

Local name: Obelisco de la Caja Opened: 23 December 2009 (15 years ago)Height: 302 ftCoordinates: 40°27'58"N, 3°41'22"W

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Tetúan (Castillejos)Madrid Spain

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Caja Madrid Obelisk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Monument to Calvo Sotelo, Plaza de Pablo Ruiz Picasso, Statue of Lázaro Cárdenas.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Caja Madrid Obelisk?

Nearby attractions include Plaza de Castilla, Madrid (1 min walk), Monument to Calvo Sotelo, Madrid (2 min walk), Gate of Europe, Madrid (3 min walk), Farmacia, Madrid (11 min walk).

How to get to Caja Madrid Obelisk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Caja Madrid Obelisk:

Bus

Av. Asturias - San Aquilino • Lines: 42, N23 (2 min walk)
Pº Castellana - Pza. Castilla • Lines: 124, 147, 42, N24 (2 min walk)

Metro

Plaza de Castilla • Lines: L1, L10, L9 (2 min walk)
Valdeacederas • Lines: L1 (8 min walk)

Light rail

Pinar de Chamartín • Lines: Ml1 (39 min walk)