London

Amid the hustle and bustle of the City of London, just above Liverpool Street Station on the eastern side of Exchange Square, the serene (and enormous!) Broadgate Venus reclines in a pose of suspended animation, blissfully unfazed by commuter commotion and the hubbub of global financial transactions. This voluptuous bronze statue (erected in 1990) is the work of Colombian artist, Fernando Botero, and is an especially representative example of his “big people” style. Reminiscent of Picasso and Reuben, the Broadgate Venus is a wonderfully alluring piece of public art, setting a calming tone and bit of quirk to a part of town that’s generally known for being “all business”. Should you find yourself staying at a hotel in this area or passing through to see one of the many nearby attractions, consider dropping in on this laid back lady to admire her beauty and grace.