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Duke of Wellington Statue

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Duke of Wellington Statue
Address: Queen Street , Glasgow G1 3AH, GLG, GB
State: GLG
City: Glasgow
Zip Code: G1 3AH

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Reviews
A fine statue with some great detail on the side panels which depict Scottish soldiers in the British Army and The Battle of Waterloo in 1815. These will certainly be of interest to those with an interest in The Napoleonic Wars. However, it is really disappointing to see graffiti and stickers on the horse. Quite why someone finds it clever to deface a statue and also why the responsible authority doesn't clean it up is beyond me. I also don't really understand why the statue having a cone on the head makes it an iconic Glasgow monument because this type of thing is common across the UK, for example it happens on Aneurin Bevan's statue in Cardiff.
Definitely a must see monument in Glasgow as the story behind is really funny. Traffic cones appear to be a new tradition in Glasgow but they make this place so special hoping that the poor Duke is having a sense of humor as well. I would only recommend to indicate this place better so that it can be easily find.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo
This historical monument known for its iconic traffic cone hat, sits high on his steed at the heart of the city. It adds a touch of unique weirdness and rebellion to the everyday cityscape. It's humorously vandalised appearance has become a beloved and familiar sight to locals and visitors alike, symbolising Glaswegian humour and tenacity. Unique and charming.
The Duke of Wellington Statue in Glasgow is a iconic landmark, located in the city's central George Square. Erected in 1844, the bronze monument depicts the British Army general and Prime Minister, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington astride his horse, Copenhagen. The statue stands at 14 feet tall and is famous for the traffic cone that is often placed on the Duke's head by mischievous locals. Despite removal attempts by council officials, the traffic cone has become a symbol of Glasgow's humor and defiance, leading to it being officially recognized as part of the statue's history.
A Glasgow must see iconic monument
As a born Glaswegian I love going back home to Glasgow and every time I see this statue it kinda reminds me why I love my hometown and if you look closely at it the duke is very proud of his cone, it says everything you need to know about the Glasgow humour and if you want to buy a traffic cone hat there's a shop nearby called Tam Sheppard's trick shop that sells them
Funny. Enjoyable. Free. What’s not to like.Visited onWeekdayWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedNo
This is one of the must see sites when in Glasgow. Despite the best efforts of the city the cone always returns to the Duke and it makes this a whacky and bizarre site that will be one of the highlights of your trip.
It’s nice to see the duke. The steps are inviting to relax a few moments before you keep going on with your day.
An unlikely landmark in the centre of Glasgow which has become famous due to the traffic cones being placed on the Duke of Wellington head & on its horse, Glasgow city council has repeatedly removed the cones but after a public outcry they decided to leave them on as it sums the city & its inhabits up with regards to their sense of humour, you will always tend to see tourists taking pictures or selfies with the famous statue
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