Created by the city of Montreal, Nelson’s Column is a central feature of Place Jacques-Cartier but has also become one of the most notable monuments in the city and across the province of Quebec as well as the nation of Canada. By honoring the legacy of one of the greatest military strategists of all time, […]
Author: The Monumentous
The Maisonneuve Monument Becomes an Icon of the Old Montreal Neighborhood
The central feature of the Place d’Armes in the city of Montreal, the Maisonneuve Monument has become an icon that has come to represent the entire Old Montreal community in Quebec, Canada. Providing visitors with a hub of connection and residents with a means of identity, the monument showcases what it can mean for the […]
The Sir George-Étienne Cartier Monument Connects to the Legacy of Canada
Located in Mount Royal Park in Montréal, Qubec, the George-Étienne Cartier Monument has come to define the area and is connected to the entire nation of Canada. Its’ creation is a credit to Cartier’s worldwide appeal as well as a showcase of what it can mean for history to connect to the present and future […]
The Montreal Logo Becomes an Icon Recognized by Visitors and Embraced by Residents
Appearing on everything from street signs to police cars to official documents, the Montreal Logo can be found everywhere and on everything across the city of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. In becoming an icon that residents can embrace and visitors can engage with, the symbol highlights what it can mean to cultivate a sense of place […]
Edward VII Monument Provides an Identity for Phillips Square in Montreal
The Edward VII Monument dominates and defines Phillips Square in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. This large and allegorical landmark is connected to the history and ideals that defined the nation at the time which carry through to the modern day, enabling audiences to engage with the past and present of the community on a profound level. Marking […]
The Statue of Brother André Celebrates the Legacy of a Canadian Saint
Brother Andre is one of the most significant figures of the Catholic faith and the founder of one of the largest churches in the world, all of which is distinctly recognized by the Statue of Brother Andre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Providing an identity to an otherwise empty plaza, the statue serves as equal parts […]
Christ the Redeemer Becomes a Wonder of the World and an Icon of Brazil
Recognized as one of the new 7 Wonders of the World, Christ the Redeemer is a monumental landmark that has come to define the skyline and culture of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Located at the peak of a mountain that can be seen across the city, the monument’s influence on the culture and identity of […]