The monument consists of a 52 metre-high slab of concrete, carved into the shape of the prow of he "Padrão dos Descobrimentos" which faces away from the river features a carved sword which stretches for the full height of the monument.
The monument consists of a 52 metre-high slab of concrete, carved into the shape of the prow of a caravel with its sails unfurled. The side of the "Padrão dos Descobrimentos" which faces away from the river features a carved sword which stretches for the full height of the monument.