Obelisco de la Biodiversidad, Observation tower in Puerto Maldonado, Peru
The Obelisco de la Biodiversidad is an observation tower in Puerto Maldonado with 15 floors and stairs connecting each level. The structure houses educational displays about the region's plants, wildlife, and indigenous peoples throughout its interior.
The tower was built in 2003 under Mayor Santos Kaway Komori's administration to boost tourism in the Madre de Dios region. Its construction marked a turning point in developing Puerto Maldonado as a destination for visitors.
The exterior walls display reliefs showing regional work and traditions such as mining, timber cutting, and Brazil nut harvesting. These sculptures reflect the economic activities that shaped the identity of local communities.
Reaching the observation deck requires climbing stairs through multiple floors to the top. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes and allow time to view the educational displays while making their way up.
The tower's design takes the shape of a Brazil nut tree, serving as a visual symbol rooted in the region's natural heritage. This architectural choice connects the building's function as an observation point with the Amazon's botanical identity.
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