Statue of Pierre-Paul Riquet, Memorial sculpture in central Toulouse, France.
The white marble statue of Pierre-Paul Riquet stands prominently on Allée Jean Jaurès, created by sculptor Bernard Griffoul-Dorval in 1853.
The monument commemorates the engineer who designed and built the Canal du Midi, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Atlantic Ocean in the 17th century.
This monument represents the contribution of French engineering to maritime transport, with the Canal du Midi now registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Located three minutes from Toulouse Matabiau train station, visitors can reach the statue using the Marengo SNCF metro station or nearby bus stops.
The statue portrays Riquet wearing period attire, with intricate details showcasing the hydraulic innovations he developed for the canal construction.
Location: Toulouse
Creator: Bernard Griffoul-Dorval
GPS coordinates: 43.60907,1.45399
Latest update: March 9, 2025 07:53
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