Bol铆var Park, Medellin
This historic Bol铆var Park, inaugurated in 1892, bears the esteemed name of Sim贸n Bol铆var, the revered liberator of South America. It holds a prominent position in the city's landscape and serves as a symbol of Medell铆n's rich heritage and cultural significance.
Spanning two city blocks, Bol铆var Park encompasses approximately 14,400 square meters, offering a harmonious blend of green and paved areas. The park's landscape features an array of native trees, adding to its natural charm. This urban haven, steeped in historical and cultural significance, has transcended its role as a mere park and become an emblematic meeting place cherished by generations of Medell铆n residents.
Central to the park's design is an iconic equestrian statue of Sim贸n Bol铆var, crafted by Italian sculptor Giovanni Anderlini and cast by Eugenio Maccagnani. This striking monument, installed at the park's center in 1923, pays homage to the liberator's enduring legacy. The statue portrays Bol铆var astride a noble steed, a powerful symbol of his leadership and dedication to the cause of freedom.
The statue stands atop a distinguished white marble pedestal, an architectural marvel envisioned by Belgian architect Agust铆n Goovaerts. This pedestal, measuring 3.40 meters at the base, 2.20 meters in height, and 1.40 meters in width, bears messages engraved on its walls, thoughtfully selected by Cadavid Restrepo. Positioned on a rock and brick platform approximately 1.50 meters high, the marble pedestal carries the statue with grace and grandeur.
Spanning two city blocks, Bol铆var Park encompasses approximately 14,400 square meters, offering a harmonious blend of green and paved areas. The park's landscape features an array of native trees, adding to its natural charm. This urban haven, steeped in historical and cultural significance, has transcended its role as a mere park and become an emblematic meeting place cherished by generations of Medell铆n residents.
Central to the park's design is an iconic equestrian statue of Sim贸n Bol铆var, crafted by Italian sculptor Giovanni Anderlini and cast by Eugenio Maccagnani. This striking monument, installed at the park's center in 1923, pays homage to the liberator's enduring legacy. The statue portrays Bol铆var astride a noble steed, a powerful symbol of his leadership and dedication to the cause of freedom.
The statue stands atop a distinguished white marble pedestal, an architectural marvel envisioned by Belgian architect Agust铆n Goovaerts. This pedestal, measuring 3.40 meters at the base, 2.20 meters in height, and 1.40 meters in width, bears messages engraved on its walls, thoughtfully selected by Cadavid Restrepo. Positioned on a rock and brick platform approximately 1.50 meters high, the marble pedestal carries the statue with grace and grandeur.
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Bol铆var Park on Map
Sight Name: Bol铆var Park
Sight Location: Medellin, Colombia (See walking tours in Medellin)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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Sight Location: Medellin, Colombia (See walking tours in Medellin)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Medellin, Colombia
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Nestled in the heart of the Aburr谩 Valley, Colombia's second-largest city, Medell铆n, is also known colloquially by its nickname "The City of Eternal Spring" earned by its pleasant climate, ideal for outdoor activities. In recent years, having shed its troubled reputation under Pablo Escobar, the notorious drug lord in the 1980s and early 1990s, this South American metropolis has... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.9 Km or 1.2 Miles