Statue of Alexander von Humboldt, La Orotava, Bronze monument at Humboldt Viewpoint, La Orotava, Spain.
The statue stands at a dedicated observation point, providing views of the Orotava Valley, banana plantations, and Mount Teide in the distance.
The monument commemorates Alexander von Humboldt's scientific expedition to Tenerife in 1799, where he studied local flora and geological formations.
The statue represents the connection between German scientific exploration and Canarian natural heritage through detailed sculptural elements and positioning.
The viewing area includes accessible pathways, restrooms, a cafe, and a gift shop, with dedicated parking spaces available for visitors.
The statue's location offers direct views of the exact landscapes and volcanic formations that Humboldt documented in his scientific journals.
Location: La Orotava
GPS coordinates: 28.40795,-16.50730
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:34
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