The Plaza Salvador del Mundo , formerly called "Plaza Las Américas", which contains the Monument to the Divine Savior of the World , is located in the city of San Salvador , El Salvador . It is considered a national symbol of this country. The structure was designed by architect Carlos Varahona Villaseñor , and consists of the figure of Christ , patron saint of the country, on a globe that is in turn mounted on a pedestal. At first the image adorned the tomb of Dr. Manuel Enrique Araujo , president of the republic at the beginning of the 20th century . The president's family presented the image to the Archbishop of San Salvador Monsignor Luis Chávez y González on the occasion of the First National Eucharistic Congress in 1942 , which in turn coincided with the commemoration of the first centenary of the erection of the Diocese of San Salvador, Archdiocese today . was unveiled onNovember 26 of that year. In fact, from this square, one of the four main roads that surround it, the road that corresponds to the southwest of it, is called Alameda Manuel Enrique Araujo, in homage to the much-loved president in the second decade of the...
Read more"Visiting the Savior of the World monument was an awe-inspiring experience. The sheer grandeur of the sculpture and its intricate details left me speechless. Standing before it, I couldn't help but feel a sense of peace and hope wash over me. The monument's message of love, compassion, and unity resonated deeply, reminding me of the power of humanity's collective spirit. The craftsmanship is impeccable, capturing the essence of the Savior's teachings with remarkable precision. It's a testament to the artist's skill and dedication. Overall, the Savior of the World monument is a true masterpiece that fills the heart with joy and...
Read moreLocated on Plaza El Salvador del Mundo (The Savior of the World Plaza). A statue of Jesus Christ standing on top of a global sphere of planet earth, placed on top of the tall four-sided concrete base pedestal. It is a symbol that identifies and represents both El Salvador and Salvadorans throughout the world. The monument was built on a pedestal originally used to decorate the tomb of Manuel Enrique Araujo, President of El Salvador between 1911 and 1913. The statue was damaged in the 1986 earthquake and was rebuilt...
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