The 300 light poles are formally known as 'Luces de Cisneros'.
The plaza occupies the exact footprint of the historic Cisneros Market, which operated here for decades before its relocation.
The project was a core component of the master plan to renovate the downtown 'Alpujarra' sector of Medellín.
The lighting system is designed to provide both ambient light and serve as a visual landmark for the city skyline after dark.
The park is situated adjacent to the administrative center of Antioquia, known as La Alpujarra.
Plaza Cisneros is a 16,000-square-meter urban park in Medellín distinguished by its forest of 300 illuminated light poles, each reaching 24 meters in height. Designed by architect Juan Manuel Peláez, the square underwent a major urban renewal project in 2005 to revitalize the surrounding La Candelaria district. The light masts are programmed to glow at night, transforming the space into a luminous architectural landmark. The plaza occupies the former site of the old Cisneros Market, which was demolished to make way for the current public space. It serves as a central hub connecting the Biblioteca EPM and the Antioquia Railway Station. The ground level features a combination of stone paving and linear garden beds designed to accommodate pedestrian flow. The area serves as a transition zone between the city's historic government district and the modernized library sector.
From the center of the plaza, pointing upwards to capture the converging geometry of the light poles against the night sky.
Visit after sunset to see the light poles fully illuminated.
Keep your belongings secure, as this is a high-traffic urban area.
Combine your visit with the nearby EPM Library for a complete architectural tour of the area.
Do not visit late at night when foot traffic decreases, as the immediate surrounding streets can be isolated.
