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Obelisk

📍 Obelisk of Axum, Aksum, Tigray, Ethiopia
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Quick Facts

Location
Ethiopia, Axum
Category
Square & Landmark
Duration
20–40 minutes
Address
Obelisk of Axum, Aksum, Tigray, Ethiopia
Coordinates
14.1314, 38.7194

Introduction

The Obelisco stands at the center of Plaza de la República, where one of the world's widest avenues, Avenida 9 de Julio, meets Avenida Corrientes. Built in 1936 to mark the city's 400th anniversary, about 67 m tall, it is Buenos Aires' well-deserved city landmark. It has witnessed countless Argentine celebrations, football frenzy and political rallies—whenever the national team wins, hundreds of thousands of fans flood beneath it to celebrate all night. Around the obelisk traffic roars; lit at night it stands out even more—the city's central coordinate.

✨ Highlights

1
Obelisco Landmark
A white obelisk about 67 m tall—Buenos Aires' central symbol.
2
Widest Avenue
Stands in the center of Avenida 9 de Julio, called the world's widest avenue.
3
Celebration Landmark
On big moments like a national win, fans gather below all night.
4
Night Lights
The lit obelisk and traffic at night is a classic city scene.

🛈 Practical Info

→Crossing Safely：The square is ringed by wide lanes—use crosswalks and underpasses.
→Best Time：More photogenic at dusk and under night lights.
→Combine：Near the Colón Theatre and Corrientes theatre street—plan together.
→Event Days：On big rallies or football celebrations crowds surge—stay safe.
→Belongings：Watch your belongings where traffic and crowds meet.
→Opening Hours：Open all day (external viewing)

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
AdultFree

Free

💡 Tips

• Frame from Avenida Corrientes to get the obelisk with the wide avenue.
• At night, long-expose the traffic flow—the obelisk stands out more.
• On a title-winning night, the crowd below is huge, festive but crowded.
• Nearby events and traffic control are as on site.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Obelisk?

Open all day (external viewing)

How much is the admission for Obelisk?

Adult: Free; Free

Any practical tips for visiting Obelisk?

Frame from Avenida Corrientes to get the obelisk with the wide avenue. At night, long-expose the traffic flow—the obelisk stands out more.

How long should I spend at Obelisk?

A typical visit takes 20–40 minutes.

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.