Category: Civil Architecture > Tribute
District: Aveiro > Aveiro > Aveiro
This tribute is situated within the Parque Infante D. Pedro, one of Aveiro's most emblematic and pleasant green spaces. Its location is central, close to the city's historic area and the banks of one of its main urban canals. The park offers a tranquil and inviting environment, ideal for a relaxing stroll, where the presence of this piece harmoniously integrates into the verdant and serene scenery.
Access to the park is facilitated, allowing visitors to enjoy not only the tribute but also the calm atmosphere and the natural beauty that surrounds it, with its lakes and well-maintained vegetation, making it a place for socialising and leisure in the city.
The tribute pays homage to José Afonso, better known as Zeca Afonso, an unmissable figure in 20th-century Portuguese music and culture. His artistic and civic journey left profound marks on the country's history, especially linked to the values of freedom and social justice. His work, which transcends generations, is recognized for its deep lyrical message and its ability to mirror the aspirations of a people.
Zeca Afonso had a particular connection to Aveiro, the city where he lived and which served as a backdrop for some of his life experiences and creative moments. This piece thus marks the memory and lasting influence of an artist who became a symbol of resistance and hope, whose musical legacy continues to be celebrated and studied in Portugal and beyond its borders.
The representation of Zeca Afonso invites contemplation and remembrance. It is a point where visitors can reflect on the importance of his figure in the Portuguese cultural and political landscape. His presence in Parque Infante D. Pedro offers a space to connect with Portugal's recent history, through the evocation of one of its most notable singer-songwriters.
This symbolic location is not just an artistic representation; it is an invitation to revisit the work and thought of Zeca Afonso, and to understand his pivotal role in the path towards Portuguese democracy. For those seeking a moment of introspection or wishing to deepen their knowledge of prominent figures in national culture, this is a point of interest that enriches a visit to Aveiro.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 40.63673314950126, -8.654776726269779
Coordinates DMS: 40°38'12.2"N 08°39'17.2"W
