Estatua Joao Goncalves Zarco
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David D
Devon, UK26,753 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
This bronze statue stands on a large carved stone plinth along one of the main streets in Funchal, Avenida Arriaga.
Walking down the Avenida it is not possible to overlook this large statue outside the Banco de Portugal Building.
The statue honours the achievements of
João Gonçalves Zarco, he was one of the discoverers of Madeira in 1419. He was also appointed the first Captain of Funchal.
When we visited here on Wednesday 9th June, it looked even more imposing as there was a display of Army vehicles around it. They were there as part of the celebrations for Portugal Day, the next day on the 10th June.
Walking down the Avenida it is not possible to overlook this large statue outside the Banco de Portugal Building.
The statue honours the achievements of
João Gonçalves Zarco, he was one of the discoverers of Madeira in 1419. He was also appointed the first Captain of Funchal.
When we visited here on Wednesday 9th June, it looked even more imposing as there was a display of Army vehicles around it. They were there as part of the celebrations for Portugal Day, the next day on the 10th June.
Written June 17, 2021
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saul g
Tel Aviv, Israel1,223 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
The towering statue of Joao Concalves Zarco is located on Avenida Arriaga, just across from the Bank of Portugal building, on the corner of Avenida Zarco . Designed by Francisco Franco and Cristino Da Silva , built in 1934 . So , while strolling the Arriaga and the neighboring historic quarter, you may enjoy this impressive monument to an important personality in the history of Madeira .
Written May 9, 2023
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OZS_ATW
Budapest, Hungary3,728 contributions
Jan 2023 • Family
It is an impressive statue in the downtown of Funchal just across the Banco Do Portugal building. It honours the achievements of João Gonçalves Zarco, who was one of the discoverers of Madeira in 1419.
Written June 8, 2023
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johnhp702
Derby, UK20,137 contributions
Nov 2022
Imposing statue which honours the achievements of João Gonçalves Zarco who was one of the discoverers of Madeira in 1419. it stands opposite the Banco de Portugal building.
Written November 14, 2022
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nnmercman
Camberley, UK14,276 contributions
Oct 2019
This chap (b1390 – d1471) gained recognition for the Madeiran Islands where he established settlements with his mates from 1425. He died in Funchal and this statue is a short distance from cathedral on (funnily enough) Av. Zarco, near Municipal Gardens and alongside the historic Bank of Portugal building. Enough said!!
Written October 9, 2019
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Mmarymomm
Pleasanton, CA1,664 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
In the historic center of Funchal is a statue memorializing Joao Gonçalves Zarco, the sea captain who discovered Madeira in the early 15th century. The historic center is fine place to walk along and visit the statue, the cathedral, and other period buildings.
Written April 29, 2019
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Erzsebet S
Budapest, Hungary405 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
Zarco was a knight at the service of Prince Henry, the Navigator's household.
He led the caravels that discovered the island of Porto Santo in 1418 to 1419 and afterward, the island of Madeira 1419 to 1420.
His statue stands close to Se Cathedral, the Municipal Garden, The Ritz.
He led the caravels that discovered the island of Porto Santo in 1418 to 1419 and afterward, the island of Madeira 1419 to 1420.
His statue stands close to Se Cathedral, the Municipal Garden, The Ritz.
Written June 29, 2018
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA17,539 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
An important statue right in the middle of downtown. We could not miss it as we did our walk around the center of town. It is well created.
Written September 21, 2023
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Thomas V
Oakland, CA17,539 contributions
Nov 2019
You will notice this big statue as you wander through the center of the old town. We saw it on our way to lunch. Impressive in size and style.
Written November 30, 2019
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nadi
Israel1,296 contributions
Feb 2018 • Couples
It is a nice monument to the man who discovered Madeira and was the first governor there. They located it perfectly.
Written February 22, 2018
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