[Columbus Monument (Mirador de Colom) | Explorer pointing to the sea on La Rambla]

[Mirador de Colom | Explorer pointing at the sea on La Rambla] — Barcelona's iconic monument and scenic spot that decorates the main gate of the 1888 Universal Exposition — ⸻ 📍[Location & Access] A tower about 60m high that stands at the southern end of La Rambla, between the old town and the port. It is close to the L3 subway station "Drassanes" and buses (59/120/D20, etc.) . ⸻ 🕰️[History & Architecture] • A monument erected at the time of the 1888 Barcelona Universal Exposition to pay tribute to the place where explorer Columbus returned from the "New World" • The sculpture is by Gaietà Buïgas i Monravà, and the bronze statue is 7m high by Rafael Atché. The entire tower is 58-60m high . ⸻ ✨Recommended points • Pay attention to the fingertips of the bronze statue! The fingertips of Columbus heading towards the sea actually point to the Mediterranean Sea • The sculptures on the base are gorgeous! You can enjoy 360° of eight statues and eight reliefs depicting the four kingdoms of Spain, collaborators, and exploration scenes • Take the elevator to the observation deck! It's a light viewing spot, and you can get a panoramic view of La Rambla and the Mediterranean Sea. You can go up there with a ticket (about €9 for adults) 🎒Tips • Opening hours: 8:30-14:30 (last entrance 13:30), closed during the New Year holidays and public holidays • Be careful of the narrow elevator! The observation deck is narrow and tends to get crowded, so it's best to get in after the person in front of you has left • It's recommended to take photos in the morning: the contrast between the red bricks and the blue sky is striking, and you can take beautiful photos #Absolutely free trip #Spain #Barcelona