Plaza de Cibeles

About Plaza de Cibeles

If you're looking for a place to snap a few touristy photos in Madrid, look no further than the Plaza de Cibeles. This central square is home to one of the city's most iconic landmarks: the Cibeles Fountain. Commissioned in 1782, the fountain is a beautiful Baroque-style sculpture of the goddess Cybele riding a chariot pulled by lions. It's a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to take photos, and you'll often see people posing in front of it with their arms outstretched like they're holding the reins. In addition to the fountain, the plaza is also home to the City Hall of Madrid and the headquarters of the Bank of Spain. It's a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to take photos, and you'll often see people posing in front of it with their arms outstretched like they're holding the reins.