King Pedro V Memorial

This monument to King Pedro V is in the center of Porto, in Battle Square. This monarch belonged to the dynasty of Bragança that was beloved by the Portuguese people for their closeness to the people and the country's progress in areas such as culture or industry. The monument is a bronze statue of King Pedro V on a marble stand supported by carved motifs of his reign by the artist Teixeira Lopes. Near this great monument is the post office building (XVIII century) and Sao Joao Theatre that was completely rebuilt in 1908.