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In the middle of the square and small gardens, itself in the middle of a roundabout, is this monument. It's slightly unlike other victory pillars you tend to come across in other European cities. Perhaps it's because this only opened in 1952. It commemorates Portuguese and British troops fighting against the invasion by Napoleon. The victory of the allies over the Napoleonic empire is shown in original fashion. At the top of the monument you have the lion defeating and eagle. Seems like its a popular place to be in midsummer for São João celebrations. Our friend heard we planned to head to this neighborhood and mentioned we should visit this monument. It's definitely worth taking the time to come and observe if you're visiting Boavista. Follow here and on IG for more travel and food and drink tips, ideas and reviews @one.more.step.along.the.world

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El monumento en homenaje a los Héroes de la Guerra Peninsular (1808-1814) se encuentra en la Praça de Mouzinho de Albuquerque ( Rotonda de Boavista) en la ciudad de Porto, Portugal. Obra realizada entre 1909 y 1951 por el escultor Antonio Alves de Sousa (1884-1922) y el arquitecto José Marques da Silva (1869-1947). Dado el largo periodo de tiempo de construcción y la muerte del escultor Alves de Sousa, todavía joven (38 años), el trabajo se completó bajo la dirección de los escultores Henrique Moreira (1890-1979) y José Sousa Caldas (1894-1965). Está formado por un pedestal de 45 m de altura, rodeado de grupos escultóricos. Estos representan escenas de artillería en movimiento, así como soldados ingleses que vinieron a apoyar a Portugal y la intervención de la gente en la lucha y el desastre del "Ponte das Barcas". En el frente, una mujer,la Victoria guiando a la gente, empuña en su mano izquierda la bandera nacional y, a la derecha, una espada. El conjunto completa una columna alta coronada por un león (símbolo de la soberanía popular) sobre un águila que cae (símbolo del imperialismo napoleónico). En la base de la figura hay figuras de soldados y escenas de hechos relacionados con las guerras napoleónicas, en relieves tallados en granito.

Mundo Sanchez

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Impressive monument and really worth a visit. It is located in a public park so no entree fee. It is also located on a very busy part of Porto with many public transport hubs nearby, so the chance is high that you will stumble onto this by accident anyway. Only minor point: we did not find any information board or sign on the location itself. And do NOT feed the birds, they will attack you.

Thieme hollaar

Beautiful circular park with an abundance of mature trees and vegetation, some with flowers (April), great atmosphere and plenty of open benches to enjoy nature. I recommend walking 2 blocks south to the “Bom Sucesso” food court for a delicious selection of restaurants, or grab something from there and have a little picnic at the park. The art is dramatic and impressive as well. Enjoy!

Ronen Lapidot

Very beautiful square, with local shops, confeitarias and everything you may need. The gardens are beautiful, ideal to take a rest before visiting Casa da musica or the Agramonte cemetery. It is very close to casa da musica metro station.

Michele Coluccia

One of the most emotional and compelling monuments I've ever seen. Really breathtaking. You can see the dramatic emotion in the sculpture. Note that its surrounded by a kids amusement park but get through the fence and take a closer look

Jeff Churchill

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Praça de Mouzinho de Albuquerque 3220, Porto, Portugal

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In the middle of the square and small gardens, itself in the middle of a roundabout, is this monument. It's slightly unlike other victory pillars you tend to come across in other European cities. Perhaps it's because this only opened in 1952. It commemorates Portuguese and British troops fighting against the invasion by Napoleon. The victory of the allies over the Napoleonic empire is shown in original fashion. At the top of the monument you have the lion defeating and eagle. Seems like its a popular place to be in midsummer for São João celebrations. Our friend heard we planned to head to this neighborhood and mentioned we should visit this monument. It's definitely worth taking the time to come and observe if you're visiting Boavista. Follow here and on IG for more travel and food and drink tips, ideas and reviews @one.more.step.along.the.world

J L

El monumento en homenaje a los Héroes de la Guerra Peninsular (1808-1814) se encuentra en la Praça de Mouzinho de Albuquerque ( Rotonda de Boavista) en la ciudad de Porto, Portugal. Obra realizada entre 1909 y 1951 por el escultor Antonio Alves de Sousa (1884-1922) y el arquitecto José Marques da Silva (1869-1947). Dado el largo periodo de tiempo de construcción y la muerte del escultor Alves de Sousa, todavía joven (38 años), el trabajo se completó bajo la dirección de los escultores Henrique Moreira (1890-1979) y José Sousa Caldas (1894-1965). Está formado por un pedestal de 45 m de altura, rodeado de grupos escultóricos. Estos representan escenas de artillería en movimiento, así como soldados ingleses que vinieron a apoyar a Portugal y la intervención de la gente en la lucha y el desastre del "Ponte das Barcas". En el frente, una mujer,la Victoria guiando a la gente, empuña en su mano izquierda la bandera nacional y, a la derecha, una espada. El conjunto completa una columna alta coronada por un león (símbolo de la soberanía popular) sobre un águila que cae (símbolo del imperialismo napoleónico). En la base de la figura hay figuras de soldados y escenas de hechos relacionados con las guerras napoleónicas, en relieves tallados en granito.

Mundo Sanchez

190

Impressive monument and really worth a visit. It is located in a public park so no entree fee. It is also located on a very busy part of Porto with many public transport hubs nearby, so the chance is high that you will stumble onto this by accident anyway. Only minor point: we did not find any information board or sign on the location itself. And do NOT feed the birds, they will attack you.

Thieme hollaar

Beautiful circular park with an abundance of mature trees and vegetation, some with flowers (April), great atmosphere and plenty of open benches to enjoy nature. I recommend walking 2 blocks south to the “Bom Sucesso” food court for a delicious selection of restaurants, or grab something from there and have a little picnic at the park. The art is dramatic and impressive as well. Enjoy!

Ronen Lapidot

Very beautiful square, with local shops, confeitarias and everything you may need. The gardens are beautiful, ideal to take a rest before visiting Casa da musica or the Agramonte cemetery. It is very close to casa da musica metro station.

Michele Coluccia

One of the most emotional and compelling monuments I've ever seen. Really breathtaking. You can see the dramatic emotion in the sculpture. Note that its surrounded by a kids amusement park but get through the fence and take a closer look

Jeff Churchill

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Very beautiful square, with local shops, confeitarias and everything you may need. The gardens are beautiful, ideal to take a rest before visiting Casa da musica or the Agramonte cemetery. It is very close to casa da musica metro station.

One of the most emotional and compelling monuments I've ever seen. Really breathtaking. You can see the dramatic emotion in the sculpture. Note that its surrounded by a kids amusement park but get through the fence and take a closer look

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Capa Negra II

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Very beautiful square, with local shops, confeitarias and everything you may need. The gardens are beautiful, ideal to take a rest before visiting Casa da musica or the Agramonte cemetery. It is very close to casa da musica metro station.

One of the most emotional and compelling monuments I've ever seen. Really breathtaking. You can see the dramatic emotion in the sculpture. Note that its surrounded by a kids amusement park but get through the fence and take a closer look