The Fallen Angel Statue

Standing at exactly 666 meters above sea level in Madrid’s Retiro Park, the Fountain of the Fallen Angel ('Fuente del Ángel Caído') is a rare and controversial public statue dedicated to Lucifer's fall from Heaven.

Created in 1877 by sculptor Ricardo Bellver, the statue is inspired by **John Milton’s 'Paradise Lost'**, depicting Lucifer writhing in agony as he is cast down to Earth. Surrounded by demonic creatures and serpents, the monument has long been a source of fascination for those drawn to the darker side of history and mythology.

Many visitors believe the statue carries an **ominous energy**, with some reporting sudden unease or a sense of being watched. Others point to the eerie coincidence that the statue stands at **exactly 666 meters above sea level**, the number associated with the Devil.

Despite the unease it causes, the Fallen Angel remains a beloved part of Madrid’s artistic and cultural history, drawing both tourists and occult enthusiasts intrigued by its mysterious aura.