plaza de Cibeles
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:34
Welcome to Plaza de Cibeles, perhaps the most recognizable and majestic square in all of Madrid. This space is not just a traffic intersection; it is a grand architectural theater that captures the imperial essence of the Spanish…
Listen in the app2The Fountain of Cybele — The City's Symbol1:28
At the very heart of the square is the Fuente de Cibeles, commissioned by King Carlos III and designed by the architect Ventura Rodríguez in 1782. The fountain depicts the Greek goddess Cybele, a symbol of the earth, agriculture,…
Listen in the app3Palacio de Cibeles — The Cathedral of Communications1:25
Dominating the eastern side of the square is the Palacio de Cibeles, one of the most magnificent buildings in Spain. Built between 1904 and 1917, it was originally the headquarters of the Spanish Post and Telegraph service,…
Listen in the app4The Glass Gallery and Interior Grandeur1:31
Step inside the Palacio de Cibeles and you will find a world that is as impressive as its exterior. One of the most striking features is the 'Galería de Cristal' or Glass Gallery, a massive interior courtyard covered by a modern,…
Listen in the app5The Bank of Spain — A Fortress of Gold1:25
On the southwestern corner of the plaza sits the colossal Bank of Spain (Banco de España). Construction on this massive edifice began in 1884, with major expansions continuing through the 20th century. …
Listen in the app6Palacio de Linares — The House of America1:24
On the northwestern corner, we find the Palacio de Linares, a beautiful Neo-Baroque building completed in 1900. Built for the Marquis and Marchioness of Linares, it is now the headquarters of the 'Casa de América,' an institution…
Listen in the app7The Palacio Lookout — A Panoramic Vista1:22
To truly appreciate the scale and beauty of Plaza de Cibeles, one must ascend to the lookout deck at the top of the Palacio de Cibeles. For a small fee, you can take an elevator to the observation terrace, which offers a…
Listen in the app8Closing1:19
As we conclude our journey through Plaza de Cibeles, we are left with a profound sense of the city's identity. We have seen how the 18th-century fountain of a goddess remains the vital heart of a 21st-century metropolis, and how…
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What is plaza de Cibeles?
plaza de Cibeles is a place in 마드리드 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 마드리드 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 11 min 28 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 40.4192, -3.6931 |
| Last updated |
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