The Nelson Monument in Liverpool, unveiled in 1813, stands in Exchange Flags as a powerful tribute to Admiral Horatio Nelson and his victories at Cape St Vincent, the Nile, Copenhagen, and Trafalgar. Designed by Matthew Cotes Wyatt with sculpture by Richard Westmacott, the Grade II* listed monument rises 29 feet, its bronze figure of Nelson draped in a flag and crowned by Victory. Around the drum-shaped pedestal sit four manacled prisoner statues, symbolising the defeated nations, while bronze reliefs depict scenes from his naval triumphs. Originally placed near the Town Hall, it was moved to its current site in 1866, where it remains framed by Liverpool’s grand civic architecture. Crafted from granite, marble, and bronze—some sourced from captured French cannons—it reflects both the city’s maritime pride and the enduring legacy of Britain’s most celebrated naval commander.
Liverpool United KingdomThe Nelson Monument is located at Exchange Flags Square, behind Liverpool Town Hall in the city centre, with the postcode L2 3PG. It is Liverpool’s earliest major public sculpture, commemorating Admiral Horatio Nelson’s naval victories, including the Battle of Trafalgar. The monument is surrounded by other important landmarks such as the Liverpool Town Hall, the Cunard Building, and the Liverpool City Council offices. Nearby are Dale Street and Water Street, leading to a concentration of historic buildings, as well as the Liverpool ONE shopping district and the vibrant waterfront area with its museums and ferry terminals. This location makes the monument a key stop for visitors exploring Liverpool’s rich maritime heritage and architectural grandeur.
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