Mirador de la Memoria, Memorial viewpoint in El Torno, Spain
Mirador de la Memoria is a memorial featuring four life-size sculptures positioned at the edge of a granite platform in El Torno, Spain, overlooking the Jerte Valley. The site sits at high elevation and commands views toward surrounding mountains and distant villages in the landscape below.
The memorial opened in 2009 and honors those affected by civil conflict in the region. Later, gunfire damaged the sculptures, but the artist chose to leave the marks rather than repair them.
The name reflects its purpose as a place of remembrance for those lost to conflict, and it serves as a gathering point where visitors encounter stories of regional resistance. The sculptures and surrounding space invite people to pause and consider the human toll of historical events.
The site is accessible by road and offers parking for visitors who can reach it without difficulty. Best visited on clear days to fully appreciate the views across the landscape.
Bullet holes in three of the figures were intentionally left unrepaired, remaining visible as direct marks of violence. This choice by the artist makes the site an unusual memorial that preserves damage as part of its message.
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