Dom Pedro I Statue in Rio de Janeiro: A Story of Independence and Contrasts

In the heart of Rio’s Praça Tiradentes, a grand equestrian statue of Dom Pedro I, Brazil’s first emperor, takes center stage. This monument is a striking reminder of Brazil’s independence, but its location also invites reflection on the nation’s complex history. Unveiled in 1862, the statue commemorates the moment in 1822 when Dom Pedro declared […]