Monument to Joseph I of Portugal (Lisbon)

Portugal / Lisboa e Vale do Tejo / Lisbon / Praça do Comércio
 interesting place, equestrian statue

The centerpiece of the Praça do Comércio is the equestrian statue of José I (Joseph I), created by Joaquim Machado de Castro, one of Portugal's most famous sculptors.

The bronze statue, inaugurated in 1775, shows the king on a horse trampling snakes. The statue is set on a monumental pedestal decorated with large sculpture groups and overlooks the majestic square.
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Coordinates:   38°42'27"N   9°8'11"W
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