Neptuno, Bronze statue in Melenara, Spain.
The bronze statue of Neptune stands on coastal rocks at Melenara beach, depicting the god of the seas without his trident in the right hand.
The City of Telde commissioned this statue to commemorate the defeat of Sir Francis Drake during the 1595 battle at Melenara beach.
Spanish-Canarian sculptor Luis Arencibia created this representation of Neptune in 2001, adding to the maritime heritage of Gran Canaria.
Visitors can find the statue at precise coordinates 27.9876759, -15.3737047, directly facing the Atlantic Ocean in the Telde municipality.
The statue's missing right hand and weathered appearance reflect the continuous interaction between the sculpture and maritime elements.
Location: Telde
Inception: 2001
Creator: Luis Arencibia
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 27.98768,-15.37370
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:33
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