Monument to Christopher Columbus, Italian marble monument at Plaza Colón, Argentina
The Monument to Christopher Columbus is a white marble structure in Buenos Aires, standing about 26 meters tall with several sculptural groups at its base. These groups depict Science, Genius, Ocean and Civilization, forming together a complex work of art.
The monument was created by Italian sculptor Arnoldo Zocchi and erected in 1921 as a gift from the Italian community for the centennial anniversary of independence. It was later relocated in 2013 from its original position behind Casa Rosada.
The monument displays scenes from Columbus's life and was presented as a gift by the Italian community to Argentina. Through its reliefs, it tells a story of discovery and encounter between two worlds.
The monument now stands near Aeroparque Jorge Newbery after being moved from its original location. The site is easily accessible and offers a good view of the structure from various angles.
Bullet marks from the 1955 bombardment of Plaza de Mayo remain visible on the eastern side of this 623-ton marble structure. These scars tell a story of Argentina's turbulent political past.
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