Madrid, Spain - Three Weathervanes over the Old City Hall for Weathervane Wednesday

Like many cities, Madrid, Spain has a city hall, and an old city hall known as "Casa de la Villa". This building was planned by King Phillip IV in 1629, and building commenced in 1644 and was not complete until 1692. There are several square towers, and a clock tower with spires. Above all this elegance are three weathervanes and many finials shaped like crosses. The buildings are in a medieval…