Monument to April 25th

Category: Civil Architecture > Monument

District: Setúbal > Santiago do Cacém > Santo André > Bairro do Porto Velho

About the April 25th Monument

This monument was built to commemorate a fundamental moment in Portugal's history: the April 25th Revolution of 1974, which restored democracy in the country after a long period of dictatorship. It serves as a symbol of freedom and acquired rights.

Historical and Civic Importance

More than a simple structure, this monument is a landmark for collective memory. It is the place where citizens and authorities gather annually to celebrate Freedom Day, recalling the ideals of April and the importance of democratic life.

Visual Characteristics

Its artistic conception seeks to evoke the principles of the revolution, such as freedom, a break with the past, and hope for the future. It may feature symbolic, abstract, or figurative forms representing the conquest of democracy. It is a public artwork integrated into the urban landscape.

Place of Memory and Gathering

It is located in a relevant public space in the town of Vila Nova de Santo André, becoming a gathering point for the community and a place for reflection on the country's recent history. Its presence highlights the importance of the date for the inhabitants of the region.

Classification

It falls into the category of civil architecture and has the typology of a monument. Its function is public and commemorative, dedicated to perpetuating the memory of a historical event of great national and local impact.

For the Visitor

By visiting this monument, tourists have the opportunity to engage with a symbol of contemporary Portuguese history and to understand the value that the April 25th date holds for the population. It is an invitation to understand the struggle for freedom and democracy.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt