--> The Obelisk and the sculpture commemorate the 1640 restoration of Portugal’s Independence from Spain. Posted by Travel in Portugal on Sat, 21/12/2013 - 21:16 × Related images Main Chapel - Lisbon Cathedral Feira da Ladra - Lisbon Costa da Caparica - Lisbon Coast Rua Vale and Igreja de Nossa Senhora das Mercês Typical Cafe- Lisbon Postbox on Alfama Street