- The Columbus Monument can be reached from the centre of Barcelona in around 10 minutes by car, along the Via Laietana.
- 360 Stories. Barcelona. Columbus Monument. ... The Real Story Behind The Columbus Monument. Chupa Chups Lollipops.
- Standing tall at an impressive height of 60 meters, the Columbus Monument, also known as Monument a Colom, is an iconic landmark in Barcelona.
- The Christopher Columbus Monument is located in Barcelona, Spain and was built in 1888 to honor the renowned explorer and discoverer of America.
- General admission: Adults: €6 Children (4 - 12), seniors (65+): €4. Wine tasting + Columbus Monument: Adults: €8 Seniors: €6.
- The longer side of the plinth one side gas a bust of Columbus while the royal crest is on the other. This monument was listed as a Cultural Heritage Site in 2002.
- The Columbus Monument is known as Monument a Colom in Catalan. It is also known as Monumento a Colón or Mirador de Colón in Spanish.
- The idea of a monument to Columbus came in 1856 from Antoni Fages i Ferrer, who proposed that it be constructed entirely by Catalans...
- The Christopher Columbus Monument of Barcelona Reopens to Visitors. Delighted to guide you. Subscribe to our newsletter for fun tips and discounts.
- The monument to Columbus was built by the architect Gayetana Buigas y Monrava in 1888 for the world exhibition EXPO.