This monument commemorates Antonio José de Sucre, the 19th-century general who played a pivotal role in helping Ecuador gain its independence from Spain.
Nearby Guayaquil attractions
1. Palacio de Gobierno/ Universidad de las Artes
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Near the malecón, this building houses key political and administrative offices in Guayaquil. The original wooden structure was destroyed in the great…
2. Museo Nahim Isaias
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Nahim Isaias, located in the Plaza de Administración building, exhibits more than 2000 pictorial and sculptural works, paintings and artifacts from the…
3. Palacio Municipal
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Across the street from the malecón is the ornate, gray Palacio Municipal building, home to the Municipal Council and the mayor's office. The elaborate…
4. Yacht Club
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A point of reference on the malecón, this club dates back to 1928, and has a permanent meeting spot here.
5. Torre Morisco
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Where Calle 10 de Agosto hits the malecón you’ll see this famous 30m-high Moorish-style clock tower, which was completed in 1931. It's a memorable sight…
6. Library
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Guayaquil's grand municipal library was founded in 1862 and contains the usual round-up of research volumes – as well as a curious Comiteca, with an…
7. Museo Municipal
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A block south of Parque Bolívar, you’ll find this museum and, on the opposite side of the building, the municipal library. The archaeology room on the…
8. La Rotonda
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Around halfway along the malecón you’ll soon come to one of Guayaquil’s more impressive monuments, particularly when illuminated at night. Flanked by…