The three-meter tall statue of Christopher Columbus is work of Jerónimo Suñol, carved out of Carrara marble and set atop a high pedestal. Columbus is wearing a tunic and cape and shown holding the flag of Castile, which is resting on a globe in one hand while the other hand is open and outstretched in front of him. The gothic-inspired base features reliefs on all four sides, depicting scenes related with the discovery of America. Behind it are Torres de Colon, completed in 1976, this architecturally notable office building features twin towers with 23 floors.