Plaza de Colón
In today's world, Plaza de Colón has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide spectrum of people. Whether for its impact on society, its historical relevance, or its implications for the future, Plaza de Colón has captured the attention of individuals of all ages and backgrounds. As interest in this topic continues to grow, it is crucial to further understand its importance and implications, as this can have a significant impact on various aspects of daily life. In this article, we will explore the different aspects of Plaza de Colón and its influence in various areas, from culture to economics, with the aim of providing a comprehensive and informed vision of this topic that is so relevant today.
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Plaza de Colón (Columbus Square, in English) is located in the encounter of Chamberí, Centro and Salamanca districts of Madrid, Spain. This plaza and its fountain commemorate the explorer Christopher Columbus, whose name in Spanish was Cristóbal Colón.
Monuments
The plaza, originally called Plaza de Santiago (St. James Square), was renamed Plaza de Colón in 1893 to honor Christopher Columbus. The square contains two monuments.
On the Paseo de la Castellana side there is a monument to Columbus whose base was finished in 1885. It is topped by a statue of Columbus.
The second monument near the Calle de Serrano consists of a group of concrete macro-sculptures by Joaquín Vaquero Turcios. The concrete blocks are decorated with inscriptions and reliefs related to the discovery of America.
Flag
Since Spain's National Day in 2001, the world's largest Spanish flag—14m x 21m (46 x 69 ft)—294 square meters (3164 square feet)—has flown from a flagpole in Plaza de Colón that is 50 m (164 ft) high.
The flag originally cost €378,000. It was replaced in January, 2016 at a cost of €400,000.
Other features
The gardens in the plaza are known as the Jardines del Descubrimiento (Gardens of Discovery), where the Royal Mint was located until 1970.
At the base of the Columbus monument is a large fountain with a broad cascade of water. There are steps leading under the cascade and beneath the plaza, where the roar of the fountain is amplified. Under the plaza along with the Teatro Fernán Gómez lies a stop for a special shuttle that takes passengers to Barajas Airport.
At the other side of the Plaza are the twin Torres de Colón. The Platea Madrid gourmet food hall is located on the square at Calle de Goya 5–7.
References
- ^ Zonaretiro.com. "La bandera de España de 300 metros cuadrados de Colón se cae al suelo | zonaretiro.com". zonaretiro.com (in European Spanish). Retrieved 2016-01-26.
- ^ Món, El. "La Guàrdia Civil hissarà demà una bandera espanyola de 400.000 euros". El Món. Retrieved 2016-01-26.
External links
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