Woody Allen Statue, Oviedo

The life鈥憇ize bronze Statue of Woody Allen is a captivating tribute to the celebrated American filmmaker, screenwriter, and director. Created by Asturian sculptor Vicente Santar煤a and unveiled in May 2003, the statue commemorates Allen鈥檚 reception of the Prince of Asturias Award for the Arts in 2002 and his affection for the city.

The sculpture presents Allen strolling through National Militias Street. His pose captures a mood of thoughtful introspection: one hand in his pocket, the other at his side, head tilted, his expression almost melancholic, as if lost in contemplation. Locals joke that he seems ready to answer if you strike up a conversation.

At the statue鈥檚 base, a plaque displays Allen鈥檚 evocative description of Oviedo: 鈥淥viedo is a delicious city, exotic, beautiful, clean, pleasant, calm and pedestrianised; it is as if it did not belong to this world鈥� Oviedo is like a fairy tale.鈥�

Although created to honor his words about the city, the statue has also drawn its share of controversy. Not long after its installation, it was vandalized several times-especially the glasses-leading the city council to scale back repairs. For visitors, however, the Woody Allen monument stands as more than a photo stop, it reflects Oviedo鈥檚 dialogue with global culture.

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Sight Name: Woody Allen Statue
Sight Location: Oviedo, Spain (See walking tours in Oviedo)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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