Rising high above the Plaza de las Naciones Unidas in Recoleta, the Floralis Genérica is a breathtaking masterpiece of modern art and engineering. This massive stainless steel flower, weighing 18 tons and standing 20 meters tall, serves as a dynamic tribute to all flowers and a symbol of the city’s constant movement.
Highlights:
⚙️ Living Sculpture: It is the first sculpture of its kind to feature movement. Using a hydraulic system and photoelectric cells, the petals automatically open in the morning and close at sunset, mimicking the natural rhythm of a living bloom.
🇦🇷 Architectural Legacy: Gifted to the city by renowned Argentine architect Eduardo Catalano, the sculpture was designed to reflect the dynamism of our modern age.
📸 Urban Icon: Since its inauguration in 2002, it has become one of the most photographed and visited landmarks in Buenos Aires, perfectly framed by the lush green parks of Recoleta.
Information:
🌼Type: Park with Flower Monument
📍Place: Buenos Aires, Argentina
📅 Date: open. Best time to visit is at Sunset, to watch the spectacular closing of the petals.
🌐Website: https://turismo.buenosaires.gob.ar/es/otros-establecimientos/floralis-gen%C3%A9rica
