Plaza de Cibeles

Located in the city center, at the intersection of the Paseo del Prado and Calle Alcala, Plaza de Cibeles is one of the most representative areas of Madrid. The square is dominated by a beautiful fountain and flanked by impressive and representative buildings constructed between the late eighteenth and early twentieth centuries.

La Fuente de Cibeles
Cibeles Fountain
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Plaza de Cibeles
Designed by the architect Ventura Rodríguez in 1782, the fountain depicts the goddess Cybele on a chariot drawn by lions. In the beginning, the source did the job of supplying water to the locals. In 1895 it was moved to the center of ple square and went on to become a decorative element.

Besides being one of the most representative monuments of Madrid, Cibeles Fountain is longtime venue of the victories of Real Madrid. It is also the venue for other sporting events such as the Spanish National Team football and basketball.

Buildings surrounding the square
Communications Palace: The majestic building of the Palace of Communications is one of the most representative of the historic Madrid. Opened in 1919, the building served as headquarters Mail until recently was renovated to house the City. From the viewpoint and the restaurant at the top great views of downtown are obtained.
Buenavista Palace: Built in 1777 as the residence of the Dukes of Alba, now the palace surrounded by a wooded area is home to the Army Headquarters.
Bank of Spain: Opened in 1891, the headquarters of the Bank of Spain has an imposing exterior poorly decorated and a beautiful interior decorated with an excellent collection of paintings including works by Goya, Mengs, and Vicente López Maella.
Linares Palace: Built in 1900 under the orders of Marquis of Linares, years later it was restored to become the home of America, an institution that aims to promote cultural relations between Spain and Latin American countries.