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La Noblesse du Temps: Dalí's Melting Clock in Andorra

Discover Dalí's surreal masterpiece, La Noblesse du Temps, in Andorra la Vella's Plaça de la Rotonda, a symbol of art, time, and cultural richness.

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La Noblesse du Temps, a bronze sculpture by Salvador Dalí, graces the Plaça de la Rotonda in Andorra la Vella. This iconic artwork, featuring a melting clock, symbolizes the passage of time and the surrealist artist's unique perspective. It's a must-see landmark in the heart of the Andorran capital.

A brief summary to La Noblesse du Temps

  • Plaça de la Rotonda, Andorra la Vella, AD500, AD
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  • Monday 12 am-12 am
  • Tuesday 12 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 am-12 am
  • Thursday 12 am-12 am
  • Friday 12 am-12 am
  • Saturday 12 am-12 am
  • Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Visit early in the morning or late afternoon for the best lighting to photograph the sculpture.
  • Explore the surrounding Plaça de la Rotonda for local shops, cafes, and a vibrant atmosphere.
  • Check out the Passeig de les Fonts de la Rotonda, featuring large-format fountains with light, water, and music shows, near the sculpture.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the Andorra la Vella bus station, walk south along Avinguda de Meritxell, the main commercial street. Continue for approximately 15-20 minutes until you reach Plaça de la Rotonda. The sculpture will be in the center of the square. This is a straightforward, mostly flat walk.

  • Public Transport

    Several local bus lines serve the Plaça de la Rotonda area. Check local bus routes and schedules for the most convenient option. Bus tickets can be purchased directly on the bus. A single fare is typically under €4.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available in Andorra la Vella. Taxi ranks are located on Avinguda de Meritxell and Avinguda de Tarragona. A short taxi ride to Plaça de la Rotonda from a central location will likely cost around €7-€10, including the minimum fare of €3.00 plus per kilometer charge.

  • Driving

    If driving, take the CG-1 road towards Andorra la Vella and follow signs to Plaça de la Rotonda. Parking is available in the area, but can be limited. Street parking is paid from Monday to Saturday during the day. Blue zone parking costs €1 per hour, and green zone parking costs €0.5 per hour. Several underground parking garages are also available nearby, with rates around €2 per hour, €12 per night, or €24 per day.

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Discover more about La Noblesse du Temps

Located in the heart of Andorra la Vella, on the Plaça de la Rotonda, stands *La Noblesse du Temps* (The Nobility of Time), a captivating bronze sculpture by Salvador Dalí. Gifted to Andorra in 1999 but not installed until 2010, this monumental artwork has become one of the city's most recognizable landmarks. The sculpture features a melting clock draped over a skeletal tree, a motif synonymous with Dalí's surrealist style. The melting clock, famously depicted in *The Persistence of Memory*, represents the fluidity of time and how human perception influences its passage. The sculpture also incorporates an angel, seemingly lost in thought, and a woman emerging from a bath, symbolizing the duality between despair and hope. *La Noblesse du Temps* invites contemplation on the nature of time and existence. The surrounding Plaça de la Rotonda enhances the experience, offering a vibrant atmosphere with stunning mountain views, cafes, and shops. It's a perfect spot for relaxation, cultural immersion, and capturing memorable photographs. The sculpture weighs 1,400 kilograms and rises 4.90 meters above the ground. It was cast in 1984 and exhibited in various cities before finding its permanent home in Andorra la Vella. Enric Sabater, Dalí's agent from 1968 to 1982, gifted the sculpture to Andorra.

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