Monument to Pío Baroja, Literary monument in Cuesta de Moyano, Madrid, Spain
The bronze statue of Pío Baroja stands at the summit of the booksellers slope, featuring the renowned Spanish writer in a sitting position.
The monument was established through a municipal agreement in 1978 and relocated to its current location in 2007 during the Recoletos-Prado remodeling project.
The statue commemorates Pío Baroja, a member of the Generation of 98 literary movement who wrote extensively about Basque traditions and Spanish society.
Visitors can find the monument at the intersection of Cuesta de Moyano and Paseo del Prado, near numerous bookstalls and the Retiro Park entrance.
The statue marks the exact location where Pío Baroja frequently walked during his time in Madrid, connecting literature with physical urban space.
GPS coordinates: 40.40969,-3.68907
Latest update: March 21, 2025 18:33
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