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La Noblesse du Temps: Dalí's Melting Clock in Andorra la Vella
Discover Dalí's surreal masterpiece, La Noblesse du Temps, in Andorra la Vella's Plaça de la Rotonda, a symbol of art, time, and breathtaking scenery.
La Noblesse du Temps, a striking bronze sculpture by Salvador Dalí, graces the Plaça de la Rotonda in Andorra la Vella. This monumental artwork, featuring a melting clock, embodies the fluidity of time and invites contemplation on existence amidst the stunning Andorran landscape.
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A brief summary to La Noblesse du Temps
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
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Plaça de la Rotonda, Andorra la Vella, AD500, AD
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Getting There
Walking
From the Andorra la Vella bus station, walk straight down Av. Meritxell, the main commercial street. Continue for 15-20 minutes until you reach Plaça de la Rotonda. The sculpture will be in the center of the square. Walking is free.
Public Transport
Take any of the local bus lines (L1, L2, L4, L5, L6, LC, or the Express Bus) to the city center. Get off at a stop near Av. Meritxell and walk to Plaça de la Rotonda. While bus service has been largely free since July 2022, this mainly applies to permanent residents with a season ticket. A single ticket should be under €4.
Taxi
Taxis are available at taxi ranks or by phone. Ask to be dropped off at Plaça de la Rotonda in Andorra la Vella. The minimum taxi fare is €3.00, with an additional charge of €1.30 per kilometer during the day (7 am to 9 pm). Night and holiday rates are €1.55 per kilometer. A short trip within the city center should cost around €3.
Local tips
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Visit early in the morning or late afternoon for the best lighting to photograph the sculpture.
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Explore the shops and cafes surrounding Plaça de la Rotonda to enjoy the local ambiance.
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Check local event listings, as the square often hosts community events and markets.
Discover more about La Noblesse du Temps
La Noblesse du Temps, or 'The Nobility of Time,' is a captivating sculpture by Salvador Dalí, prominently located in Plaça de la Rotonda in the heart of Andorra la Vella. Gifted to Andorra in 1999 but installed in 2010, this bronze monument has become one of the city's most recognizable landmarks.
The sculpture features a melting clock draped over a tree, symbolizing the passage of time and how human perception influences it. An angel sits to one side, seemingly lost in thought, while a woman emerges from a bath on the other, representing the duality of uncertainty and courage. The sculpture weighs 1,400 kilograms and stands 4.90 meters tall.
Dalí's melting clock motif, famously seen in 'The Persistence of Memory,' challenges viewers' perceptions of reality and invites reflection on the nature of time. The surrounding Plaça de la Rotonda enhances the experience, offering a vibrant atmosphere with cafes, shops, and occasional local events.
A brief summary to La Noblesse du Temps
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