What I can see

The brass statue of the most famous Macedonian warrior, Pavlos Melas, lies on a marble pedestal, has a folklore style and is quite detailed in terms of costume and expression. Pavlos Melas is presented with his military equipment. He is in an upright position with his left hand at his back and he holds his rifle with his right. The phrase “Long live Macedonia” is engraved on the back of the rifle.

What I can't see

Pavlos Melas was born in Marseilles in 1870. He was also known by the pseudonym Mikis Zezas, with which he participated in the Macedonian Struggle. He was surrounded by the Ottoman army on 13/10/1904 and killed. The statue was created by his granddaughter and distinguished sculptor, Natalia Mela. The project was commissioned by the Museum of Macedonian Struggle, whose request to have the statue placed outside the officers’ club, was granted.

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• Address: Tsirogianni Sq.

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