La Antorcha de la Amistad, San Antonio

Name: La Antorcha de la Amistad
Address: San Antonio, United States

#22 among attractions in San Antonio

Monuments and statues, Sculpture

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La Antorcha de la Amistad is a monumental abstract sculpture by Mexican sculptor Sebastián, installed in Downtown San Antonio, in the U.S. state of Texas. The work was commissioned by a group of Mexican businessmen living in the United States and friends of Mexico, and presented as a gift from the Mexican government to the City of San Antonio in 2002. It was unveiled on June 27, 2002, by the artist, Mayor Edward D. Garza, and then–Secretary of Foreign Affairs for Mexico and political analyst Jorge Castañeda Gutman. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 29°25'25"N, 98°29'15"W

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Central City (Downtown San Antonio)San Antonio United States

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La Antorcha de la Amistad – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Alamo, Tower of the Americas, Shops at Rivercenter, Buckhorn Saloon and Museum.

~920 ftNE
Legendary fort and Texas-history museum
The Alamo, San Antonio
5 min walk • The Alamo, a historic Spanish mission and fortress compound, is a revered landmark nestled in the heart of San Antonio, Texas. Known primarily for the pivotal 1836 Battle of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution, this site symbolizes the heroic resistance of a small...
0.4 miSE
Observation decks and towers, Architecture, Civic center
Tower of the Americas, San Antonio
10 min walk • Rising majestically above the skyline of San Antonio, Texas, the Tower of the Americas is a testament to both the city's rich history and its modern vibrancy. This iconic tower, standing at a proud height of 750 feet (229 meters), was built in 1968 for the HemisFair...
~920 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Shops at Rivercenter, San Antonio
5 min walk • The Shops at Rivercenter is a shopping mall located in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, United States along the city's River Walk. The anchor stores are H&M, Macy's and AMC Theatres. It also includes a 38-story, 1,001-room Marriott hotel. It was purchased in 2005 by Ashkenazy Acquisition Corporation. The landmark 1871 St.
~1090 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Natural history museum
Buckhorn Saloon and Museum, San Antonio
6 min walk • The Buckhorn Saloon & Museum is a privately run museum located at 318 E. Houston Street in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, U.S. Originally privately owned by Albert Friedrich, the Buckhorn became a tourist attraction for its unique collections. Theodore Roosevelt and his Rough Riders were reputed to frequent the establishment.
~1440 ftNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Majestic Theatre, San Antonio
7 min walk • The Majestic Theatre is San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. The theatre seats 2,264 people and was designed by architect John Eberson, for Karl Hoblitzelle's Interstate Theatres in 1929.
~360 ftE
Church
St. Joseph Catholic Church, San Antonio
2 min walk • The St. Joseph Catholic Church is a Roman Catholic parish church in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Antonio, located at 623 East Commerce Street in downtown San Antonio, Texas, United States. The Gothic Revival house of worship was the fourth Catholic parish in the city.
~1020 ftN
Memorial
Alamo Cenotaph, San Antonio
5 min walk • The Alamo Cenotaph, also known as The Spirit of Sacrifice, is a monument in San Antonio, Texas, United States, commemorating the Battle of the Alamo of the Texas Revolution, which was fought at the adjacent Alamo Mission.
~730 ftSW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Dance studio
Arneson River Theater, San Antonio
4 min walk • Arneson River Theatre is an outdoor performance theater located on the San Antonio River Walk in the U.S. state of Texas. The open-air venue was erected 1939-1941 by the Works Progress Administration. The design was supervised by architect Robert H.H. Hugman. It is named after Edwin P.
~1190 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Historical place
Aztec Theatre, San Antonio
6 min walk • The Aztec Theatre is a historic theater in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, US.
~790 ftSW
Neighbourhood, Historical place, Historic walking areas
La Villita, San Antonio
4 min walk • The Jeremiah Dashiell House is located in the Bexar County city of San Antonio in the U.S. state of Texas. Also known as Casa Villita, it was designated a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark under that name in 1962.
~1440 ftNW
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing
San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio
7 min walk • The San Antonio River Walk is a city park and special-case pedestrian street in San Antonio, Texas, one level down from the automobile street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to La Antorcha de la Amistad?

Nearby attractions include St. Joseph Catholic Church, San Antonio (2 min walk), Stevens Building, San Antonio (4 min walk), Arneson River Theater, San Antonio (4 min walk), La Villita, San Antonio (4 min walk).

How to get to La Antorcha de la Amistad by public transport?

The nearest stations to La Antorcha de la Amistad:

Bus

San Antonio Greyhound Station (11 min walk)
Robert Thompson Transit Station (16 min walk)

Train

San Antonio (17 min walk)