Arco de la Federación, Triumphal arch in west Caracas, Venezuela.
The Arco de la Federación stands tall in Parque Ezequiel Zamora, featuring classical architectural elements with decorative inscriptions and ornamental details.
Inaugurated on October 28, 1895, by President Joaquín Crespo, the arch commemorates the Venezuelan Federal War that occurred between 1859 and 1863.
The monument serves as a central location for national celebrations and civic ceremonies, representing the independence and progress of Venezuelan society.
Located at coordinates 10°30′21″N 66°55′15″W, the arch offers free access to visitors and connects to multiple transportation routes in central Caracas.
Architect Juan Hurtado Manrique incorporated Roman architectural principles into the design, creating a structure that became a reference point in the urban landscape.
Location: Caracas
Inception: October 28, 1895
Architects: Juan Hurtado Manrique
GPS coordinates: 10.50583,-66.92083
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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