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Obelisco Comemorativo da Guerra Peninsular
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Presentation
The obelisk is a classified monument built from a single stone. This monument commemorating the Battle of Buçaco and other military feats during the war is situated outside the walls of the forest.
Particularities
On the top there is a crystal tipped star and its base has a bronze crown unveiled by D. Manuel II, in 1910. The monument is enclosed by an iron chain joined by eight pieces of artillery.