Colon Monument

The Buenavista Monument is a bronze standing figure created by a Barcelona-born artist and installed at a street corner in the city center. The base was designed by a local architect, combining two separate artistic visions into a unified composition.

The monument was inaugurated in 1892 to mark 400 years since a major transatlantic event. The president at that time personally led the inauguration ceremony held for this occasion.

The monument was created on the initiative of Academy leaders to honor an important historical figure. The statue stands at a busy street intersection and forms part of the everyday urban landscape that people pass through daily.

The monument stands at a street intersection in the city center, making it easy to locate and reach. The site is situated in a commercial district and is accessible by public transportation.

An original plaster model from the sculpture's development is preserved in a city art museum. This early design version allows visitors to trace the artist's creative journey.

Location: Mexico City

Location: Cuauhtémoc

Creator: Manuel Vilar i Roca

Address: Esq Buenavista, Heroes Ferrocarrileros sn, Buenavista, 06350

GPS coordinates: 19.44050,-99.15270

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:24