Plaza Francia: the obelisk with El Ávila behind it
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Plaza Francia, also called Plaza Altamira, opened in 1945 around a tall obelisk, a water mirror and a cascading fountain. Stand facing the obelisk to the north and El Ávila rises behind it, in cloud or clear sky. After dark the obelisk is lit in the colors of the Venezuelan flag, so stay past sunset for a second set of photos. The midday sun is harsh, so arrive in the late afternoon. Altamira Metro station opens onto the square.
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Plaza Francia: the obelisk with El Ávila behind itPlaza Francia, Altamira, Caracas
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