Monument to Columbus, Bronze memorial statue in Plaza de Colón, Valladolid, Spain
Description
The Monument to Columbus is a bronze sculpture in Valladolid featuring a pyramidal structure with a kneeling figure of the explorer at its peak. Surrounding the main figure are allegorical representations of Faith, History, Navigation, and Study.
History
The work was originally designed in 1891 for Havana's Central Park but arrived in Valladolid in 1905. Its relocation occurred due to political changes during the Cuban conflict.
Culture
The bronze reliefs at the base show key moments from Columbus's life and his connection to Spanish institutions. These depictions tell the story of his actions and role in European history.
Practical
The monument stands at the intersection of Acera de Recoletos and Campo Grande park on a tree-lined avenue. The best time to visit is during daylight when the bronze details are clearly visible.
Did you know?
A bronze lion tears away the word "Non" from "Non Plus Ultra" inscribed on the globe, representing the shift beyond the boundaries of the previously known world. This detail symbolizes how exploration changed human understanding of geography and possibility.
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