The monument is located at the center of Plaza Roma in Manila, Philippines. It was erected in gratitude to King Charles IV for the introduction of the smallpox vaccine in the Philippines in 1805.
The statue was placed on a marble pedestal facing Manila Cathedral and dedicated in 1824. In1886, a fountain was built around the base of the monument.
In the 1960s, the monument was replaced with a monument dedicated to the Gomburza, three Filipino priests who were executed for campaigning for equal rights with Spanish friars. The original Charles IV monument was re-installed in the plaza in 1981 as ordered by President Ferdinand Marcos.
Sculpture Saturday is a challenge hosted by Susan Kelly at No Fixed Plans.
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I hope he doesn’t come tumbling down off there…. he looks a little top heavy.
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One sangria too many perhaps😄
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Lol..
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How did you like your trip to the Philippines?
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The Philippines is a great destination(s). I visited Manilla a couple of times and Boracay and Cebu. All were different experiences.
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that’s good to know. I’ve been curious what it is like there…
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A lot like Thailand in many ways. The cost of living is low and people are friendly.
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sounds quite appealing!
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I recommend a visit when you get a chance.
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Friends have visited all three places and hope one day I can visit the Philippines too.
Fascinating history about this statue. Thanks for joining.
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