Рождение Нового Человека, Colossal bronze statue in San Jeronimo Park, Seville, Spain.
Description
Birth of a New Man is a colossal bronze sculpture in San Jerónimo Park in Seville, depicting Christopher Columbus emerging from a large egg-shaped structure. The statue's imposing size makes it a dominant presence across the park's landscape.
History
The monument was gifted by Moscow to Seville in 1995 to commemorate 500 years since Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Caribbean. This gift connected two cities through a shared historical moment.
Culture
The monument shows Columbus as a symbol of exploration and discovery, with the egg shape suggesting rebirth and transformation. Visitors can see in this design a reflection of how the age of discovery changed the course of history.
Practical
The monument stands freely accessible in the park and can be viewed from multiple angles, allowing visitors to see the sculpture from different perspectives. The best time to visit is in early morning or late afternoon when light enhances the bronze surface.
Did you know?
The sculpture weighs around 476 tons, making it one of Europe's heaviest bronze works and a remarkable feat of engineering and casting. This enormous weight required special techniques for transport and installation into the park.
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