La Antorcha de la Amistad (Spanish for "The Torch of Friendship")

Historical landmark · La Villita District

La Antorcha de la Amistad (Spanish for "The Torch of Friendship")

Historical landmark · La Villita District

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430 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205

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San Antonio's fiery red 65-foot Torch of Friendship sculpture boldly celebrates U.S.-Mexico ties right by the scenic Riverwalk.  

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430 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205 Get directions

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430 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX 78205 Get directions

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"La Antorcha de la Amistad, The Torch of Friendship, looms large in the heart of San Antonio. If you like the art, pull up a chair across the street at the popular restaurant Casa Rio. With bright awnings and waterfront outdoor seating, it's a nice place to enjoy the view. A gift from the Mexican Consulate in 2002, the intertwining beams represent the friendship and roots that Texans share with Mexico . While it's a controversial piece (some love and some hate it), you can't miss it—or rather, you won't miss it at 65 feet tall and vivid red. Check it out and decide for yourself."

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Le Souriant

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The Torch of Friendship (Antorcha de la Amistad) is a monumental abstract sculpture by Mexican sculptor Sebastián. The work was commissioned by a group of Mexican businessmen living in the United States, and presented as a gift from the Mexican government to the City of San Antonio, unveiled on June 27, 2002. The sculpture stands at nearly 65 ft (20 m), and weighs more than 45 tons (40,800 kg). The artist describes the concepts of the sculpture as a symbolization of the United States and Mexico running together. The sculpture has many points of view from many angles, which is how he sees the two nations' relationship. "Sometimes it is complex. Sometimes it is harmonious, but the two countries are always close and always with a complex friendship."

NSM

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I love looking at art architecture, statues, artwork, and buildings, all around major cities like San Antonio, Texas, & (La Antorcha de la Amistad) (in spanish) The Torch of Friendship shows what can the city of san antonio bring to everyone!

Roger Sharp

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It is pretty, and makes a good landmark, but it is literally in the middle of traffic.

John Cantu

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The "Torch of Friendship" is located near the entrance of the Riverwalk. On June 27, 2002 it was dedicated & given to San Antonio by the Mexican Consulate as a sign of friendship and to represent the roots many Texans share with Mexico. The contemporary steel sculpture was made in Mexico & shipped to San Antonio in 6 pieces. It stands 65' tall. It was commissioned to commemorate the relationship between the U.S. & Mexico.

Christian Cho

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La Antoccha de la Amistad - Spanish for “The Torch of Friendship”- is a monumental abstract sculpture by Mexican sculptor Sebastián. The sculpture stands at nearly 65 ft tall and weighs more than 45 tons. It is located in the middle of a traffic rotary (the intersection of Losoya, Commerce, Market and Alamo Streets) in Downtown San Antonio, Texas.

Wai01

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A good example of how art can unite and make a simple traffic rotunda in the middle of a city stand out. It is over 20 years old, but age has not shown up yet.

Nicole Hecker

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San Antonio, Texas. What a beautiful city to visit. So much history and a ton of things to do for the entire family. We went for a convention for work. When we weren't working we were exploring the beautiful rivercenter. Amazing place it is. We also went to Six Flags. We had an incredible time. I would love to visit again one day.

Isaac B.M.

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The La Antorcha de la Amistad ("The Torch of Friendship") is always be a San Antonio icon. Please, everyone when planning to a picture, BE AWARE OF TRAFFIC. As a local, please stay safe because it is Downtown San Antonio.