Homenaje a la cordialidad argentino-uruguaya, Bronze monument in Parque Lezama, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Homenaje a la cordialidad argentino-uruguaya is a bronze monument in Parque Lezama featuring a central column decorated with celestial constellations, indigenous figures, and representations of conquistadors. The structure rises to several meters tall and serves as the centerpiece of this tribute between the two neighboring countries.
Uruguay donated this monument to Buenos Aires in 1936 to mark an important anniversary of the city's founding. The gift symbolized the strengthening of diplomatic ties between the two South American nations.
A female figure on the monument holds the Montevideo coat of arms, symbolizing friendship and sharing between the two nations through maritime imagery. This representation expresses how Argentina and Uruguay wanted to honor their water-based connections and mutual regard.
The monument sits near the intersection of Martin Garcia Avenue and Irala Street in the San Telmo neighborhood and is accessible through various public transportation options. Visitors can explore the park grounds during daylight hours and discover other nearby points of interest in this historic area.
The bronze used in construction came from an old naval ship that was melted down specifically for this monument. Additionally, schools in Montevideo contributed by collecting and melting down small-value coins to help create the work.
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