Panteón de Hombres Ilustres

Monument to outstanding 19th-century Spaniards

Address:

Calle Julian Gayarre, 3 - Palacio de Linares
28014 - Atocha
Madrid

Nearest Bus or Train:

Menéndez Pelayo / Atocha

Open Hours:

9am-7pm Mon-Fri

The original idea here was to create a mausoleum dedicated to famous figures from Spanish history. In the end the project ran out of steam and only the pantheon and tower were built, forming part of the Basílica de Atocha. Nevertheless, some heavyweight military, political and cultural historical figures are represented. There are 13 in total, including Prim, Ríos Rosas, Cánovas del Castillo, Argüelles and Mendizábal. Valencian sculptor Benlliure contributed some interesting pieces. Admission: free

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