Monument to Joseph I of Portugal (Lisbon)
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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.
www.aviewoncities.com/lisbon/pracadocomercio.htm
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.
www.aviewoncities.com/lisbon/pracadocomercio.htm
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joseph_I_of_Portugal
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Coordinates: 38°42'27"N 9°8'11"W
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