The Monument to the Bandeiras is a prominent sculpture located in the city of São Paulo, Brazil. It was created by the artist Victor Brecheret and inaugurated in 1953. The monument commemorates the Bandeirantes, who were explorers and pioneers responsible for expanding the territory of Brazil during the 17th and 18th centuries. The monument features a large stone structure with figures representing the Bandeirantes and their indigenous companions. It is situated in Ibirapuera Park, a popular green space in São Paulo, and serves as a significant cultural and historical landmark, reflecting the country's colonial past.