The Statue of Liberty (Liberty Enlightening the World) is a colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor. The copper statue, a gift from the people of France to the people of the United States, is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and its metal framework was built by Gustave Eiffel. The statue was dedicated on October 28, 1886 and was designated as a National Monument in 1924.
Unesco: Statue of Liberty
RR: All About Your Country
Group: UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Date: Sept, 21
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