the Guardian Iracema Statue

Right here, you’ll discover the Guardian Iracema Statue, a striking landmark her in Forttaleza. It depicts Iracema, the indigenous maiden, and Martim, the Portuguese colonizer, symbolizing the union of two cultures. The sculpture captures the legendary love story from Brazilian literature, with Iracema standing and Martim seated, reflecting their historical and cultural significance. Iracema, the main character of José de Alencar's novel, symbolizes the cultural union between the indigenous and Portuguese.