The monument "Homenagem ao Tejo," standing prominently on the Avenida da Liberdade, is a materialised tribute to the river that defines Portugal’s soul. Unveiled in 1960 to celebrate the centennial of the avenue’s namesake "liberation”, it features a great statue symbolising the source of the River. And a long basin that mimics its length. The Tagus River is the longest on the whole Iberian Peninsula. It stretches over 1,000 kilometres.

The Tejo, as the Tagus river is called in Portuguese, is the silent architect of Lisbon. Without its presence, perhaps Lisbon itself would not exist. Known for its golden reflections, the river is both a vital ecological sanctuary for flamingos and a powerhouse of international trade. By bringing this maritime imagery into the city's sophisticated centre. This “homagem” work reminds us that the Tagus is a true foundation. It invites us to contemplate the river’s enduring legacy. From the Romans to the Moors to modern day, as it flows toward the Atlantic Ocean.