On this side of this large column is a plaque with the sculpted face of Santiago García Sanabria, and on the opposite side, there is a woman who is a tribute to fertility. This monument was made in 1938 by the sculptor Francisco Borges Salas. It was designed by the architect Marrero Regalado.
Parque García Sanabria is a public urban park in the heart of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It was inaugurated in 1926. It is a large garden area, combined with fountains and architectural groups. The park is listed as a site of cultural interest in the Government of the Canary Islands.
Its name derives from the Mayor Garcia Sanabria, who approved its construction. It is the largest urban park in the Canary Islands. It has an area of 67,230 square metres (723,700 sq ft). In 1973 an international sculptural exposition took place there. Some sculptures, thirteen or so, were displayed on that occasion to adorn all corners and walks in the park.
This park was a lovely park that I found when going on a bit of a wander. A must visit next time for me.
Photo taken on 16/11/2023. © Peter Steel 2023.
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