From a distance you can see the cross standing proud. As you get closer you can start to get a sense of how enormous the structure really is. I thought that the huge cross and the cathedral that was built into the mountain was an architectural wonder. I couldn't help but wonder how advanced they must have been to engineer... more

This is a monument dedicated to fascist soldiers who won spanish civil war. It was built by republican soldiers, the war loosers. Is a shame. more

This monument is awe inspiring and well worth the effort to visit. It is easiest to visit from Madrid at the same time as you visit El Escorial.A bus runs you to the monument and after about 40 minutes takes you back.Although controversial with the Spanish because of the link to Franco it is breathtaking in its scale and sculptures.A... more

Amazing monument located close the Escorial Palace. Built by Franco and for himself, this site will take your breath away with its majestic and huge rock sculptures. Do not miss it. more

Estando en Madrid no me acercaría a ver el Valle de Los Caidos; otra cosa es que esté en El... more

Una obra arquitectónica espectacular, de dimensiones magníficas. No te vayas sin visitarlo. more

après avoir payé votre entrée au pied de la réserve naturelle, vous arpenter la route jusqu'à la grande croix au... more