Monumento al General San Martín, Buenos Aires

Name: Monumento al General San Martín
Address: Buenos Aires, Argentina

#254 among attractions in Buenos Aires

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Monumento al General San Martín, Buenos Aires

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The Monument to General San Martín and the Armies of Independence in the city of Buenos Aires is a bronze equestrian monument on a red polished granite base that honors General José de San Martín, Argentina's national hero, and four important milestones related to American independence: Departure to War, the Battle, the Victory, and The Return of the Victor.

The group formed by the Liberator on the horse was the first equestrian monument of Argentina, work of the French sculptor Louis-Joseph Daumas. On the other hand, the bronze groups around the base are the work of the German Gustavo Eberlein, and were inaugurated in 1910.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 34°35'42"S, 58°22'38"W

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Comuna 1 (Retiro)Buenos Aires Argentina

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Monumento al General San Martín – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Galerías Pacífico, Teatro Colón, San Martín Palace, Torre Monumental.

~1540 ftSE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Monumento al General San Martín?

Nearby attractions include Museo de Armas de la Nación, Buenos Aires (2 min walk), Plaza San Martín, Buenos Aires (2 min walk), Palacio Paz, Buenos Aires (2 min walk), Palacio Haedo, Buenos Aires (3 min walk).

How to get to Monumento al General San Martín by public transport?

The nearest stations to Monumento al General San Martín:

Bus

Plaza San Martín • Lines: 101B, 101S, 106, 108, 150S, 5, 75, 75M (2 min walk)

Metro

General San Martín • Lines: C (1 min walk)
Retiro • Lines: C, E (7 min walk)

Train

Retiro (11 min walk)