Praça do Marquês de Pombal, Monumental Tribute to Power and Resilience

Marques de Pombal Square, Lisbon
There stands a statue of the Marquis of Pombal in the square
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Square

Introduction

The square was named after the Marquis of Pombal, who served as Prime Minister of Portugal from 1750 to 1777. At the center of the square is a huge column, built between 1917 and 1934, with a bronze statue of the Marquis of Pombal on top. Standing beside him is a lion, symbolizing power.
Address
Marques de Pombal Square, Lisbon
Opening hours
24 hours
Transportation
Metro Yellow/Blue Line to Marques de Pombal Station

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