Monumento a José Calvo Sotelo

Monumento a José Calvo Sotelo is an impressive monument in Madrid, commemorating the Spanish politician whose assassination in 1936 became one of the events leading up to the Spanish Civil War.

Designed by architect Manuel Manzano-Monís and sculptor Carlos Ferreira de la Torre, the monument is made of reinforced concrete and impresses with its elaborate details.

Surrounded by beautiful gardens, it is the perfect place to relax for a while while exploring the city. Particularly photogenic in the morning and late afternoon, when the light is soft.