Square · 1917–1934
Marquis of Pombal Square and Monument
Praça Marquês de Pombal / Monumento ao Marquês de Pombal
The column completed in 1934 honours the Marquis of Pombal, who rebuilt Lisbon after the 1755 earthquake, lion at his side.
Stories
Lisbon earthquake, tsunami and fires of 1755 1 November 1755 (All Saints' Day)
Earthquake, then tsunami and fires destroy the lower town; Pombal rebuilds the Baixa on a plan. Anchor theme tag earthquake-1755.
Pombal on his column 1934
The column completed in 1934 honours the Marquis of Pombal, who rebuilt Lisbon after the 1755 earthquake, lion at his side.