Puente de la Mujer (Woman’s Bridge)
The Meaning
The Puente de la Mujer is a unique pedestrian bridge located in the Puerto Madero district of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The name Puente de la Mujer is Spanish for “Bridge of the Woman.” Designed by Santiago Calatrava in 2001, the bridge is meant to represent a couple dancing Tango, mimicking the movement of a man leaning over a woman. This, coupled with the fact that the surrounding streets have primarily female names, gives the bridge its name.
The Puente de la Mujer bridge
A man leaning over a woman in Tango dance
The History
The Puente de la Mujer took three years to build! The bridge was originally built in Victoria, Spain, and taken over in parts to Buenos Aires over the course of five months. Donated by Don Alberto L. Gonzalez to the city of Buenos Aires, the bridge was a thank you gift to the city for 60 years of work. It is estimated to be valued at $6 million.
The Architecture
Porteños (as Buenos Aires residents are called) are known to value monumentality and symbolism in architecture. This can be seen in other famous structures of the area, i.e. the obelisk, Casa Rosada, and La Bombonera. The Puente de la Mujer is taken to be a symbol of a new era in Argentina’s history and the new millenium. The bridge adds a beautiful modern look to Puerto Madero that stands out amongst the typically brick buildings of the area.
How to Visit
Puente de la Mujer is located in Puerto Madero a few blocks directly behind/east of Casa Rosada, the president’s palace. Take subway Line C to the “Plaza de Mayo” stop, or Line B to the “LN Alem” stop and walk east towards the dams.
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