Monument to Cánovas del Castillo, Madrid

Name: Monument to Cánovas del Castillo
Address: Madrid, Spain

#110 among attractions in Madrid

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The Monument to Cánovas del Castillo is an instance of public art located in Madrid, Spain. The monument consists of a bronze statue of Antonio Cánovas del Castillo by Joaquín Bilbao at the top of a pedestal designed by José Grases Riera that features additional sculptural elements by Bilbao. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°25'15"N, 3°42'42"W

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Centro Madrid (Palacio)Madrid Spain

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Monument to Cánovas del Castillo – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Monument to Cánovas del Castillo?

Nearby attractions include Palacio del Senado, Madrid (1 min walk), Palace of Marqués de Grimaldi, Madrid (2 min walk), Royal Monastery of La Encarnación, Madrid (2 min walk), Plaza de España, Madrid (4 min walk).

How to get to Monument to Cánovas del Castillo by public transport?

The nearest stations to Monument to Cánovas del Castillo:

Bus

Jardines de Sabatini • Lines: 138, 25, 39, 46, 62, 75, C1, N18, N19, N20 (3 min walk)
Pza. España - Cta. San Vicente • Lines: 148, 3, 46, 75, C2 (4 min walk)

Metro

Plaza de España • Lines: L10, L3 (5 min walk)
Santo Domingo • Lines: L2 (5 min walk)

Train

Príncipe Pío (11 min walk)
Sol (14 min walk)