Dunedin Cenotaph, War memorial and heritage site in Queens Gardens, Dunedin, New Zealand.
The Dunedin Cenotaph is a war memorial and heritage site located in Queens Gardens, Dunedin, New Zealand. The octagonal marble column rises 28 meters tall and is topped with symbolic elements including a beacon, sacrificial urn, and four crosses.
The memorial was inaugurated on March 17, 1927 by Prince Albert, Duke of York. The ceremony brought together many families of fallen soldiers and returned servicemen from World War I.
The memorial serves as the gathering place for annual Anzac Day ceremonies, where thousands of residents come together to remember fallen military personnel. People gather here to share their respect for those who served.
The memorial stands about 400 meters south of The Octagon city center in Queens Gardens. The site is easy to reach on foot and accessible from the surrounding area.
The memorial includes a plaque that honors all New Zealand recipients of the Victoria Cross, the country's highest military decoration. Trees planted around the site mark specific war anniversaries and commemorate different historical moments.
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