Monumento a la Maternidad

The Monumento a la Maternidad, a tribute to the mothers of Mérida

In a small park of Mérida stands one of the most symbolic monuments of the city: the Monumento a la Maternidad, dedicated to motherhood. This touching work pays tribute to mothers. The Mérida audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this monument full of meaning, nestled in a pleasant park of the centre.

A replica of a Parisian sculpture

The central statue of the monument is a replica of a Parisian work entitled Maternité, testifying to the artistic links between Mérida and Europe. Installed in the Parque de la Madre, the monument pays tribute to the figure of the mother and is among the dearest to the heart of the people of Mérida. It illustrates the French influence that marked the city in the era of its prosperity.

What to see

The statue, graceful and moving, is surrounded by a small green park, the Parque de la Madre, conducive to relaxation. The monument is a prized landmark, at once symbol and place of stroll. It is a touching stop in central Mérida, where art meets memory and the daily life of the inhabitants.

Practical information

The Monumento a la Maternidad lies in the Parque de la Madre, in the heart of central Mérida, reachable on foot. It is an open-air monument, freely accessible at all times, with no ticket office. On the level, it is discovered during a walk in the park and the downtown.

What does the Monumento a la Maternidad represent?

It pays tribute to motherhood and to mothers; its central statue is a replica of a Parisian work entitled Maternité, installed in the Parque de la Madre.

Where is the Monumento a la Maternidad?

In the Parque de la Madre, a small green park in the heart of central Mérida.