Aureliano Buendía

Aureliano Buendía is a central character in Gabriel García Márquez's novel *One Hundred Years of Solitude*. He is a thoughtful and introspective man, known for his skill in creating legendary, intricate goldfish sculptures, and for his deep reflection on life and destiny. Aureliano is involved in political conflicts and personal tragedies, often embodying themes of solitude and the search for meaning. His character represents the recurring cycles within his family and their town, illustrating the interplay of history, memory, and fate in a mystical, yet human, world.