Portuguese Discovery Monument — Attraction in Newport

Beautiful scenic spot on the rise at Brenton Point. This monument is dedicated to the memory of the Portuguese navigators, mapmakers, explorers, fleet commanders, and those Portuguese who assisted in the discovery of the maritime routes of two-thirds of the world and initiating the process of globalization. If you have interest in this, it is worth a stop, right in the middle of the park, there's parking nearby, kites in the air, and on a warm day maybe even a Del's truck. (Del's is a delicious Italian 🍋 lemon slushy, refreshing non-alcoholic drink, for anyone that may be from out of state.) Great area to relax on a sunny day....

This monument on Ocean Drive is dedicated to Portuguese maritime navigators.Situated within Brenton Point State Park on the southern tip of Aquidneck Island with expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean.

Designed by Charters de Almeida and carved in Portugal, sixteen sandstone bollards ranging in height from five to eight feet were organized into a semicircle mimicking the historic pebble compass rose at Sagres Point.

The Portuguese Discovery Monument has symbolized the exploring spirit of the Portuguese people and of the country many of them called home as...

Beautiful monument and there are placards to explain the history behind it if you're interested. Definitely a bit random but a nice surprise for me as I'm of Portuguese heritage. A lot of controversy around the age of discovery these days but we have to put it into context and learn from the past. Despite all of the horrors of this time period, you can still admire the courage and resourcefulness of these...