Monument to Calvo Sotelo

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Monument to Calvo Sotelo, Public monument in Plaza de Castilla, Spain.

The monument features a central sculpture surrounded by relief panels and stands at the southern end of Plaza de Castilla in Madrid.

Constructed in 1960 by architect Manuel Manzano-Monís and sculptor Carlos Ferreira de la Torre, the monument commemorates Spanish politician José Calvo Sotelo.

The design incorporates elements from 1960s Spanish architectural styles, with a main sculpture and side panels depicting historical moments.

Located near the Puerta de Europa towers, the monument can be reached through the Plaza de Castilla metro station or numerous bus lines.

In 1992, the monument underwent relocation and restoration, positioning it on an elevated platform aligned with the twin towers of Puerta de Europa.

Location: Chamartín

Inception: 1960

Architects: Manuel Manzano-Monís y Mancebo

Creator: Carlos Ferreira de la Torre

Official opening: July 13, 1960

GPS coordinates: 40.46519,-3.68942

Latest update: March 14, 2025 20:12

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