Don’t be surprised if you see Albert Einstein in Panama
By admin. Filed in Panama City |
While in Panama City, you may come across someone mentioning the phrase “by Einstein’s head.” This has been, for the past 40 years, a famous point of reference for those giving directions. The phrase refers to the sculpture of Dr. Albert Einstein that resides in the area that has always be named Plaza Einstein in honor of the famous scientist. In 1967, the Hebrew Central Common Counsel of Panama presided by Moses A. Mizachi decided to honor Doctor Einstein by commissioning Carlos Arboleda to create a monument. The presiding, President Max del Valle, inaugurated the sculpture, which was composed of marble dust and cement, on January 25, 1968. Einstein’s Head is located at the intersection of three streets: Calle Arturo Motta, Calle F, and Calle San Juan Bautista de La Salle. Presently, the Department of Ornato y Medio Ambiente del Municipio de Panama is in charge of maintaining the monument, which includes planting plants, cleaning, and painting the area.
Written by - A Panama Guide
