Monumento a Pedro de Mendoza, Bronze and marble monument in Lezama Park, Argentina.
The monument features Pedro de Mendoza planting his sword into the ground, with an indigenous figure depicted in relief behind the main statue.
Inaugurated on June 23, 1937, the monument marks the 400th anniversary of the death of Pedro de Mendoza, the first governor of Rio de la Plata region.
The base includes a square fountain with two spouts representing the Guadalquivir and Rio de la Plata rivers, symbolizing the beginning and end of Mendoza's expedition.
Located in the San Telmo district of Buenos Aires, the monument stands within walking distance of multiple museums and historical buildings in the area.
The marble wall behind the statue contains relief carvings and lists the names of every member who participated in the conquistador expedition.
Location: Buenos Aires
Creator: Juan Carlos Oliva Navarro
Made from material: bronze, marble
GPS coordinates: -34.62521,-58.36798
Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:49
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