Equestrian statue of Francisco Pizarro, Bronze memorial in Parque de La Muralla, Lima, Peru.
The equestrian statue depicts Francisco Pizarro mounted on a horse, wearing armor and holding a sword, measuring over 1.80 meters in height.
The monument was inaugurated on January 18, 1935, marking the fourth centennial of Lima's founding, and remained at Lima Cathedral before its relocation in 2003.
The statue represents contrasting perspectives of colonial history, leading to discussions about national identity and historical representation in modern Peru.
Visitors can find the memorial at pedestrian level within Parque de La Muralla, adjacent to the Government Palace in central Lima.
This bronze sculpture is one of three identical statues created by Charles Cary Rumsey, with the others located in Buffalo and Trujillo, Spain.
Location: Lima
Inception: January 18, 1935
Creator: Charles Cary Rumsey
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: bronze
Part of: Equestrian statue of Francisco Pizarro by Charles Cary Rumsey
GPS coordinates: -12.04436,-77.02721
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:45
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