The Hand - Free Audio Guide

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden

La Mano, Katarinavägen, Södermalm, Södermalms stadsdelsområde, Stockholms kommun, Solna kommun, Stockholms län, 116 28, Sverige


La Mano, meaning 'The Hand' in Spanish, is a significant monument located in Stockholm, commemorating the Swedish volunteers who fought in the Spanish Civil War, particularly those in the Thälmann Battalion. Created by artists Liss Eriksson and Göran Lange and completed in 1977, the monument features a large hand sculpture and an engraved stone map detailing important battles. Visitors can reflect on the bravery of approximately 500 Swedish fighters, with one-third losing their lives during the conflict. La Mano is situated near Katarinavägen on Södermalm and is free to visit. The site is accessible to all, making it a poignant spot for tourists interested in history and culture.