Torre Monumental

• Address: Av. del Libertador 49, 1104 CABA, Argentina
• Phone: +54 11 4311-0186
• Height: 75.5 m
• Opening: May 24, 1916
• Architect: Sir Ambrose Pointer McDonald

Magic Buenos Aires is not only the official capital of Argentina , but also one of the most beautiful of its cities. The rich and rich history of the country left an impressive mark on local attractions , among which the tower Torre Monumental (English Tower) occupies a special place. Let's talk about it in more detail.

Historical facts

The decision to create an architectural monument that symbolized the century of the May Revolution was adopted by the National Congress in September 1909. A year later, the best projects participating in the competition were exhibited at the Bon Marche Gallery and the Pacifico Gallery, and the winner was the famous British artist and architect Sir Ambrose Pointer McDonald.

Interesting fact: according to the original scheme of the creator, Torre Monumental was to have the form of a column, but in the process of construction work the plans have changed, and today all the guests of the country can enjoy the construction made in the traditional English style.

What is interesting about Torre Monumental?

Some interesting facts that will allow you to learn more about this unusual structure:

1. The English tower, as is often called Torre Monumental by the locals, reaches a height of more than 75 m and proudly rises above the Plaza Fuersa Aera Argentino. Convenient location in one of the largest areas of Buenos Aires, Retiro, allows daily a large number of foreign tourists to visit this amazing place.
2. The building of the tower is made in the style of palladianism, the main principle of which is a clear observance of symmetry. The base and the upper part of the Torre Monumental are painted white, and the center (3-6 floors) is laid out of red brick. The facade of the structure and the main entrance are decorated with the symbolism of Britain, the most noteworthy elements of which are the Tudor Rose, the Welsh dragon and the Irish shamrock.
3. Among the features of the architecture of the English Tower is worth noting and watches with 5 bronze bells, which are poured velvet ringing over the city every 15 minutes. By the way, the weight of the largest of them is more than 7 tons.
4. An excellent end of the tour of one of the most important sights of Buenos Aires will be the ascent to the observation deck, from which a unique landscape of the surroundings opens and a breathtaking view of the whole city. Visiting Torre Monumental, as well as climbing its summit, is absolutely free.

Where is Torre Monumental?

The main tower of Buenos Aires is in the central part of the city, so it is very easy to get to it. This can be done using public transport :

1. By bus. Prior to Fuersa Aerea Argentina Square, where Torre Monumental is located, there are flights # 5A, 5B, 28A, 45C, 56B, 91A, 132A, 132B, 143A. You should leave at the stops of Crucero General Belgrano or San Martín 1245-1269.
2. Metro. This type of transport in Argentina, in particular in Buenos Aires, is quite popular and convenient, so many travelers prefer it. The metro station on which you need to exit is called Estación Retiro-Miter.