Martyrs’ Monument, Beirut

Martyrs' Monument is a bronze sculpture installation in central Beirut's main square, featuring multiple human figures arranged around a tall central pillar. The composition creates the impression of unified figures expressing a collective message.

The monument was inaugurated in 1960, replacing an earlier memorial from 1930, to commemorate people executed in 1916. Italian sculptor Marino Mazzacurati created the bronze figures as a lasting tribute to these historical events.

The monument serves as a focal point where people gather during national holidays and public demonstrations to express shared values. Bronze figures convey a sense of collective memory and national solidarity that visitors can feel when walking through the square.

The monument sits at a central crossroads in Beirut and is easy to reach on foot or by public transportation. Visitors should note that the square can be very crowded during major events and demonstrations.

The square where the monument stands was a dividing line between eastern and western Beirut during the civil war from 1975 to 1990. Today this historically significant location serves as a symbol of reunification and healing.