Peatonal Sarandí facts for kids
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Peatonal Sarandí is a famous walking street in Ciudad Vieja, the historic old town of Montevideo, Uruguay. It stretches for about 0.5 miles (850 meters). This street is a main pathway in the old city center and a popular spot for tourists. Many beautiful buildings with interesting architecture line the street.
The walking part of Peatonal Sarandí begins at the old Gateway of the Citadel. It continues until it meets Peatonal Pérez Castellano. The street is named after the Battle of Sarandí, which happened in 1825. It became a pedestrian-only street in 1992 and was updated in 2005. Long ago, until the mid-1900s, trams used to run on this road.
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Exploring Peatonal Sarandí's History
During the time when Uruguay was a colony, Sarandí Street was the most important road in the city. It connected the main city gate to other areas. It also crossed the main square, which is now called Constitution Square. Important buildings like the Cathedral and the Cabildo (where the government met) were located along this street.
A Moment in History
On August 25, 1897, something very unusual happened on Sarandí Street. The country's president, Juan Idiarte Borda, was walking in a parade. He was going from the Cathedral to the Estévez Palace after an independence day celebration. During this walk, he was attacked. This event was the only time a president was attacked in Uruguay's history.
The Walk of Suns
In April 2010, a special area called Espacio de los Soles was opened on the street. People often call it Paseo de los Soles, which means "Walk of Suns." It has many square tiles, each about 60 centimeters wide. On each tile, there is a sun design with 16 rays and a face, similar to the sun on the Uruguayan flag. These tiles have the names of famous Uruguayan artists, writers, and other important people. They also include names of famous visitors to Montevideo.
Famous Landmarks on Peatonal Sarandí
Peatonal Sarandí is home to many buildings that are important for their architecture. You can also find art galleries, shops, and businesses here. Some of the well-known places include:
- Edificio Pablo Ferrando: This building is right next to the Museo Torres García, an art museum.
- Plaza Fuerte Hotel: A hotel located along the street.
- Club Uruguay: This historic club is found on Constitution Square.
- Montevideo Cabildo: This old government building now holds the city's official records. It is also a national monument and a museum.
- Montevideo Metropolitan Cathedral: Often called Iglesia Matriz, or "Mother Church." This beautiful cathedral also faces Constitution Square, which is why the square is sometimes called Plaza Matriz.
See also
In Spanish: Peatonal Sarandí para niños
