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Obelisco of São Paulo: A Symbol of Constitutionalism

A towering monument in São Paulo honoring the heroes of the 1932 Constitutionalist Revolution and their fight for democracy.

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The Obelisco Mausoléu aos Heróis de 32, or Obelisco of São Paulo, is a 72-meter monument and mausoleum honoring the soldiers who died in the 1932 Constitutionalist Revolution. Located in Vila Mariana, it stands as the largest monument in the city and a poignant reminder of Brazil's fight for democracy.

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  • Praça Ibrahim Nobre, s/n, São Paulo, Vila Mariana, State of São Paulo, 04008-140, BR
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Local tips

  • Visit early in the day for a quieter experience and better lighting for photos.
  • Admire the detailed sculptures around the base of the monument that tell the story of the 1932 revolution.
  • Take a leisurely stroll in the surrounding gardens for a peaceful break from the city bustle.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From anywhere in São Paulo, take the Metro to the Paraíso station. From there, the Obelisco is approximately a 20-minute walk. Alternatively, several bus lines connect Paraíso station to the Vila Mariana area near the Obelisco. Bus fares are R$5.00.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and 99 are readily available throughout São Paulo. A taxi ride from Paulista Avenue to the Obelisco, for example, is approximately 6 km and should cost around R$29. Be aware that fares can increase during nighttime and on Sundays.

  • Walking

    If you are near Ibirapuera Park, you can walk to the Obelisco. Head east, crossing Avenida Pedro Álvares Cabral. The Obelisco is located in Praça Ibrahim Nobre.

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The Obelisco Mausoléu aos Heróis de 32, also known as the Obelisco of Ibirapuera or Obelisco of São Paulo, is a Brazilian funerary monument that pays homage to the 713 soldiers who died during the Constitutionalist Revolution against the government of Getúlio Vargas. The revolution sought a new constitution for the country. Standing at 72 meters (236 feet), it is the tallest monument in São Paulo. Construction began in 1947 and concluded in 1970, with its inauguration on July 9, 1955, a year after the opening of Ibirapuera Park. The obelisk was designed by Italo-Brazilian sculptor Galileo Ugo Emendabili. The mausoleum houses the remains of students Martins, Miragaia, Dráusio, and Camargo (MMDC), who died during the 1932 Revolution, and 713 other ex-combatants. The interior is in the form of a cross, featuring panels of Venetian mosaic tiles depicting the birth, sacrifice, and resurrection of Jesus. Inside, there are 800 funerary urns and three chapels. The garden points towards Avenida 23 de Maio, commemorating the date of the four students' deaths. The monument is a symbol of the Constitutionalist Revolution of 1932. The remains of Guilherme de Almeida and Ibrahim de Almeida Nobre, veterans considered the poet and tribune of 1932, respectively, are buried within the mausoleum, as well as Paulo Virgínio, a martyr of the movement. The Obelisco reopened on December 9, 2014, after twelve years of renovations that addressed hydraulic and acoustic issues.

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