Just to keep this list international ;) 
Here in Jerusalem we recently had round 2 of our public lions project - lions are the symbol of Jerusalem. They were so popular in 2002 that a new batch has been commissioned from local artists and art groups to scatter around the city. Below are some links with pictures and information on the project: 

Jerusalem municipality site with information on the public auction and words from the curator:
http://lions.jerusalem.muni.il/

Side show and select lions to view:
http://www.geocities.com/jerusalemlions/

Sme pictures on the Mnistry of Tourism's website:
http://www.mfa.gov.il/mfa/go.asp?MFAH0nef0


I recently heard the lions are touring the US. 

PS. Tel Aviv had penguins, dolphins, and most recently public benches - all to be sold afterwards to public bidders. 

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