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The Columbus Lighthouse

 
 

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The Columbus Lighthouse

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The Columbus Lighthouse Columbus Lighthouse Thus rather ugly and gigantic cross-shaped reinforced concrete structure measures 310m long by 44m wide and 33m tall! Carlos Rodrigues

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  • Columbus Lighthouse
  • A gigantic, cross-shaped cement structure.
  • Imposing architecture
  • The mausoleum
  • Paying tribute to Christopher Columbus
  • The Christopher Columbus Mausoleum

Upon the heights of Santo Domingo, in the park district, stands the impressive 'Faro Colon', built in 1992 to commemorate the five hundredth anniversary of the discovery of America. The famous monument, in the shape of a cross (when seen from above) shelters the mausoleum which supposedly holds Christopher Columbus' body, although the debate on the location of the explorer's remains still runs. The architects of the gigantic building were ambitious as its dimensions prove: 755ft long, 230ft wide and as much in height. The surrounding gardens offer a beautiful walk (though there is little shade), but best of all it offers an unrestricted view of the capital.

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