Estátua do Infante D. Henrique

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Estátua do Infante D. Henrique

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Estátua do Infante D. Henrique, Bronze statue in Faro, Portugal.

The bronze monument depicts Prince Henry the Navigator standing in a commanding position, wearing traditional 15th-century Portuguese royal attire and holding navigation instruments.

Prince Henry the Navigator, born in 1394, established Portugal's first navigation school and initiated numerous maritime expeditions along the African coast during the 1400s.

The statue represents Portugal's maritime heritage and stands as a symbol of the nation's pioneering role in global exploration during the Age of Discovery.

Located in central Faro, the statue provides an excellent starting point for exploring the city's historical district and learning about Portuguese maritime achievements.

The statue's placement marks the spot where many Portuguese expeditions began their journeys of exploration into the Atlantic Ocean and beyond.

Location: Faro

GPS coordinates: 37.00745,-8.94065

Latest update: March 5, 2025 12:14

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