Arco de la Victoria - Wikipedia
Arco de la Victoria ([ˈaɾko ðe la βiɣˈtoɾja], "Arch of Victory") is a triumphal arch built in the Moncloa district of Madrid, Spain. The 49-m high arch was constructed at the behest of Francisco Franco to commemorate the victory of Francoist troops in the 1936 Battle of Ciudad Universitaria, part of the Spanish Civil War. [1] [2]
The Alcala Gate - History and Facts | History Hit
Mar 24, 2021 · Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain. The Alcala Gate is an iconic eighteenth century triumphal arch in Madrid constructed under King Charles III of Spain.
Puerta de Alcalá - One of Madrid’s most famous landmarks
The Puerta de Alcalá is one of Madrid’s most famous landmarks. This neo-classical triumphal arch is situated in Plaza de la Independencia (Independence Square), close to one of El Retiro’s main entrances.
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Aug 20, 2023 · Monuments & Statues in Madrid. Travelers' Choice Awards winners (including the "Best of the Best" title) are among the top 10% of listings on Tripadvisor, according to the reviews and opinions of travelers across the globe.
Arco de la Victoria | Official tourism website - Turismo Madrid
Arco de la Victoria. Known popularly as La Puerta de Moncloa, this triumphal arch, which bears a striking resemblance to La Puerta de Alcalá, was built in the 50s and is located by one of the main entrances into Madrid, in the district of Moncloa.
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Mar 31, 2020 · The enormous semicircular arch, designed by Alfonso Vergaz and crowned with the Pious Schools coat of arms, can still be seen today. Renowned architect, Linazasoro, was in charge of restoring this monastery and turning it into a library in 2004.
Architecture City Guide: 20 Places Every Architect Should Visit in Madrid
Sep 20, 2017 · Madrid is unfathomable. If the city itself is immense, it´s examples of interesting architecture are overwhelming. For over a half a century, Madrid...
Victory Arch - Madrid Tourist Attractions
The Victory Arch of Madrid (Arco de la Victoria, in Spanish) is popularly known as Moncloa Gate. It is a triumphal arch built between the period since 1950 to 1956, and has some similarity to the Alcalá Gate. The architects were Modesto Lopez Otero and Pascual Bravo Sanfeliu.
Top 10 Fascinating Facts about Puerta de Alcalá
Jan 16, 2023 · One of the most well-known landmarks in Madrid is the Puerta de Alcalá. This neo-classical triumphal arch can be seen adjacent to one of El Retiro’s principal entrances at Plaza de la Independencia (Independence Square). The Puerta de Alcala was a …
Madrid, Gate to Gate | Official tourism website - Turismo Madrid
Madrid has had a number of ceremonial gateway arches for centuries. Puerta de Alcalá, Puerta de Toledo, Puerta de San Vicente and Puerta de Hierro were erected on roads that led to the city.