TravelerSantiago Matamoros in all his glory still seems to be a popular theme - I cynically wonder if that's not one way to make a political statement without much risk of censure.
Laurie ReynoldsHe’s gone from the cathedral. Last time I was there they had the base surrounded by flowers so that the moros being killed were not visible. But now the statue is gone.
Traveler Santiago Matamoros in all his glory still seems to be a popular theme - I cynically wonder if that's not one way to make a political statement without much risk of censure.
Laurie Reynolds He’s gone from the cathedral. Last time I was there they had the base surrounded by flowers so that the moros being killed were not visible. But now the statue is gone.
Alan Sykes they removed it in 1939 at Franco's request when his Moroccan general Mohamed Meziane was due to lead a victory parade in Santiago.