Copper statue, one of the tallest statues in the world. Arona, lake Maggiore, Italy. Sancarlone or Colossus of San Carlo Borromeo (17th century)

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Tourist attraction of Lake Maggiore and of Arona. The total height, including pedestal, is 35 meters. The statue is covered in copper and bronze with a hollow interior. Internally it is possible to climb up to the top of the statue and admire the view of Lake Maggiore. The statue is known by different names, San Carlo, Sancarlone, San Carlo Borromeo, San Carlone, Colossus of San Carlo Borromeo

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Size: 3982px × 5966px
Location: Arona, Italy
Photo credit: © Alessandro Mascheroni / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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