Monument to Columbus, Bronze memorial statue in Plaza de Colón, Valladolid, Spain
The monument features a pyramidal structure with Christopher Columbus kneeling at the top, accompanied by allegorical figures representing Faith, History, Navigation, and Study.
Originally designed in 1891 for Havana's Central Park, the monument found its home in Valladolid in 1905 due to the Cuban War of Independence.
Four bronze reliefs on the granite base depict key moments including Columbus at La Rábida Monastery and his reception by the Catholic Monarchs.
The monument stands at the intersection of Acera de Recoletos and Campo Grande park, facing the statue of José Zorrilla across the tree-lined avenue.
A bronze lion tears away the word 'Non' from 'Non Plus Ultra' on the globe, symbolizing the expansion beyond the previous limits of the known world.
Location: Valladolid
Inception: January 1, 1891
Made from material: bronze
Address: Pl. de Colón, 1A, 47007 Valladolid, Spain 47001 Valladolid 47001 Valladolid
GPS coordinates: 41.64450,-4.72742
Latest update: March 5, 2025 22:02
Valladolid, located in Castile and León, features architectural heritage from the 12th to the 19th centuries. The city hosts Renaissance palaces, Gothic churches, and specialized museums. The National Museum of Sculpture exhibits religious works in a former college. The Plaza Mayor serves as the historical center, surrounded by arcade buildings. Green spaces like Campo Grande offer 115,000 m² of gardens and fountains. Cultural institutions include the university founded in the 13th century and museums dedicated to Cervantes and Zorrilla.
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