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Calidea and the Ice Lady: A Sculptural Ode to Water

Discover 'Calidea i la Dama del Gel' in Les Escaldes: a captivating sculpture where art, nature, and Andorran culture converge in a stunning display.

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Located in a roundabout in Les Escaldes, Andorra, 'Calidea i la Dama del Gel' (Calidea and the Ice Lady) is a striking sculpture created in 2001 by Àngel Calvente and Philip Lavaill. Calidea represents water's grace and mystery, while the Ice Lady blends an equestrian figure with a sylph, symbolizing the ethereal. Water flows between the two, solidifying into ice in winter, creating an ever-changing artistic display.

A brief summary to Calidea i la Dama del Gel

  • Les Escaldes, AD700, AD

Local tips

  • Visit during winter to see the sculpture transformed by ice, offering a unique and magical viewing experience.
  • Bring a camera to capture the intricate details of the sculpture and its beautiful surroundings.
  • Take a stroll around the roundabout to appreciate the sculpture from different angles and perspectives.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the center of Les Escaldes, the sculpture is easily accessible on foot. Head towards the roundabout where Avinguda Consell d'Europa meets Avinguda Esteve Albert. It's located near the Pla Bridge Tunnel. No costs are involved.

  • Public Transport

    From Andorra la Vella, take bus lines L1 or L4 towards Les Escaldes. Get off at a stop near Avinguda Carlemany and walk towards the Rotonda del Túnel del Pont Pla. The sculpture is located in the center of the roundabout. A single bus fare costs approximately €2.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available in Andorra la Vella and Les Escaldes. A short taxi ride from Andorra la Vella to the sculpture in Les Escaldes will cost approximately €7-€10.

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At the roundabout next to the Pla Bridge Tunnel in Escaldes-Engordany, the sculpture 'Calidea i la Dama del Gel' is a striking monument. Completed in 2001, this artistic creation combines the talents of Ángel Calvente and Philip Lavaill, producing a vivid representation of water and its mythological importance. Calidea, by Ángel Calvente, embodies the grace and mystery of water, drawing inspiration from legends and myths. Philip Lavaill's Dama de Gel blends the ethereal with the terrestrial, merging the strength of an equestrian figure with the elegance of a sylph. The interaction of water unites the sculptures, flowing from Calidea to Dama de Gel. In winter, the flowing water crystallizes, covering the sculptures in ice and giving them an air of eternity. The sculpture's location at the roundabout makes it a focal point for residents and tourists. Escaldes-Engordany's thermal springs highlight its connection with water. The sculpture enhances the visual appeal of the area and invites viewers to consider connection and transformation.

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