Angel of Independence Monument - San Miguel de Cozumel, Q.R., Mexico
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member neoc1
N 20° 28.062 W 086° 58.441
16Q E 502709 N 2263238
An exact replica of the Angel of Independence Monument is located in Discover Mexico Park on Carretera Costera, San Miguel de Cozumel, Q.R., Mexico.
Waymark Code: WM1042W
Location: Quintana Roo, Mexico
Date Posted: 02/22/2019
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Outspoken1
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Discover Mexico has exact replicas of many of Mexico's most important structures. One of Mexico's most important monuments is the Angel of Independence Monument located in Mexico City.

The Angel of Independence Monument is one of the most recognized symbols of Mexico City and indeed the country of Mexico. It is located in the heart of the city at the Paseo de la Reforma. Construction of the statue began on January 2, 1902. The sculptor was Porfirio Díaz and the architect for the project was Antonio Rivas Mercado. This monument to pays tribute to the heroes of Mexico’s Independence.
Where is original located?: Mexico City

Where is this replica located?: Discover Mexico Park - Cozumel, Mexico

Who created the original?: Sculptor: Porfirio Díaz; Architect Antonio Rivas Mercado

Internet Link about Original: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angel_of_Independence

Year Original was Created (approx. ok): 1902

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