Browse Alicante is synonym of enjoying the urban art that it is found in every corner of the city. Fountains, sculptures, plazas, walks ... Anywhere there is an element which in turn was created for enjoyment, relaxation and enjoyment of the citizens. Thinking about all this is not lost, and give pause to get new generations about their city, the architect Santiago Varela Botella Alicante has collected in his book 'The urban sculptures of those  walks in Alicante'. A total of 60 monuments, that were created since the mid-nineteenth century until now, even those who were screened and never saw the light.

And the cultural heritage of the city is due to be cared and maintained. So of course, the Department of Culture headed by Miguel Valor have it clear. In addition to supporting the initiative of the Alicantian architect a few years ago already invested funds in two plans for restoration and rehabilitation of more than 50 monuments. It is recalled that one of the most significant actions was of the 'Child piper' in park Canalejas.

Like a walk in the coastal areas of the city were, without forgetting the Castillo de Santa Barbara, the author wants to reflect on the rides that can be performed in in Alicante from another perspective: that of urban spaces and items therein. Throughout this journey that follows Varela in his book are 23 pieces that were put in value the work of the company Urban de Exteriores, who is the editor of the book.

The doctor wide knowledge in architecture and artistic heritage inspector of the Department of Cultural have allowed to get in his book show that many of these pieces and works are an effort to honor and perpetuity that our ancestors that were relevant characters and also paid for by public collection and contribution of the City. "The importance of the bourgeoisie than 100 years ago was relevant at the time of sponsoring elements tribute to local and foreign heroes who acted on behalf of the city and the province," says the architect Varela. As clear and remarkable day in the city of in Alicante, highlights examples such as:  Maisonnave, Canalejas or Quijano.

Source: La Verdad