Equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington
Equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington, Equestrian statue in Glasgow
The Equestrian Statue of the Duke of Wellington is a prominent landmark located outside the Gallery of Modern Art in Glasgow, Scotland.
Unveiled in 1844, the statue was sculpted by Italian artist Carlo Marochetti and commemorates Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington.
It's a popular tradition for locals to place a traffic cone on the Duke's head, symbolizing the city's light-hearted approach to authority.
The statue is easily accessible, situated in Royal Exchange Square in the heart of Glasgow's shopping district.
Despite attempts by the council to prevent it, the traffic cone tradition has persisted, making the statue an iconic symbol of Glasgow's humor.
Location: Glasgow City
Location: Glasgow
Inception: 1844
Creator: Carlo Marochetti
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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The Equestrian Statue of the Duke of Wellington is a prominent landmark located outside the Gallery of Modern Art in Glasgow, Scotland.
