The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to the United States in 1886. It was designed by Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and symbolizes freedom and democracy. The statue was shipped in pieces and assembled on Liberty Island in New York Harbor.

The statue represents liberty and hope for people around the world. Lady Liberty holds a torch that lights the way to freedom and carries a tablet with the date of American independence, July 4, 1776. Her broken chains at the feet show the end of oppression.

Today, the Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous monuments in the world. Millions of visitors come every year to see it and enjoy the view of New York City. It remains a powerful symbol of freedom, welcoming people from all nations.

The Statue of Liberty was built in France and then transported to New York in 350 pieces. It took four months to assemble it on Liberty Island. The inside structure was designed by Gustave Eiffel, the same engineer who built the Eiffel Tower.

The statue stands on Liberty Island, near Ellis Island, where many immigrants arrived to the United States. From the top, visitors can see an amazing view of New York Harbor and the city skyline.

Over the years, the Statue of Liberty has needed repairs to protect it from weather and pollution. The most important restoration was in 1986, for its 100th anniversary, when the torch was replaced and the structure was cleaned and reinforced.