Puerta 1808, Steel sculpture on Paseo de la Reforma, Mexico City, Mexico
The 15-meter tall carbon steel structure stands at the intersection of Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Juárez, featuring curved rings and geometric shapes.
Manuel Felguérez created this monument in 2007 to commemorate the events of 1808, when Francisco Primo de Verdad advocated for Mexican independence.
The sculpture marks the entrance to Mexico City's Historic Center, serving as a contemporary interpretation of a gateway through abstract geometric forms.
Visitors can observe the sculpture at any time, as it stands in an open public space near other significant monuments along Paseo de la Reforma.
The steel structure changes its appearance throughout the day as light interacts with its surfaces and social movements often incorporate it into their demonstrations.
Location: Cuauhtémoc
Inception: 2007
Creator: Manuel Felguérez
Height: 15 m
Made from material: carbon steel
GPS coordinates: 19.43540,-99.14912
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:17
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