The Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree

Located in the heart of Madrid, the statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree is every tourist's must-see.

Although the bear is an official symbol of the city, and it appears also on the coat of arms, its origin remains unclear. Some sources even suggest that it is not a strawberry tree, as these trees were quite rare in the region, and that it should represent a hackberry tree.

Whatever the truth is, the bear is still a famous symbol of the city and you can find him depicted in various forms all around the city.