Arco de Taguanes, Triumphal arch in Tinaquillo, Venezuela.
The stone arch stands at the entrance of Tinaquillo, featuring classical architectural elements with inscriptions commemorating the Battle of Taguanes.
The monument, inaugurated on July 31, 1913, marks the centenary of a decisive military engagement during Venezuela's independence campaign against Spanish forces.
The arch displays an engraved message honoring the heroes of Tinaquillo and Taguanes, representing the determination of Venezuelan forces in their path to independence.
Located at coordinates 9.9358° N and 68.2789° W, the monument connects to main roads leading to Valencia and Tinaco in Cojedes state.
Venezuelan lanceros achieved victory at this location under generals Girardot, Figueredo, and Urdaneta against Colonel Izquierdo's Spanish troops in 1813.
Location: Tinaquillo
Inception: July 31, 1913
GPS coordinates: 9.93580,-68.27890
Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:26
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