Pedro de Valdivia Equestrian Statue in Santiago, Chile
The centerpiece of Plaza de Armas, Santiago’s historic main square, is an equestrian statue of Pedro de Valdivia. This Spanish conquistador was a ruthless military leader against Peru and the indigenous people. His success led him to become the First Royal Governor of Chile in the mid-16th century. He is also considered to be the founder of Santiago in 1541. He was captured and brutally executed by the Mapuche Indians in 1553. This 16.5 foot bronze sculpture by Enrique Pérez Comendador was erected in 1972.
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