At the start of Calle G, also called Avenida de los Presidentes, this Havana monument to José Miguel Gómez draws the eye with its classical Ionic columns. From here, you can look along the boulevard, lined with grand old buildings now used as embassies or government offices. Visit for the architecture and the view, then continue on foot along Calle G to see more of its historic buildings. Some parts of the monument are dirty or marked with graffiti, so focus on its design and setting.
The monument on Avenida de los Presidentes
The Monumento a José Miguel Gómez stands at the beginning of Calle G, also known as Avenida de los Presidentes. Its classical Ionic columns give the monument a distinctive architectural detail to look for during a walk through this part of Havana.
The boulevard view takes in old grand buildings that now house embassies or government offices. Continue along Calle G to see more of the surrounding architecture.
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Where is the Monumento a José Miguel Gómez?
It is at the beginning of Calle G, also called Avenida de los Presidentes, in Havana.
What can you see at the monument?
Look for its classical Ionic columns and the view along the boulevard, with old grand buildings used as embassies or government offices.
When is a good time to visit?
Go early in the day for a quieter visit.
