Name: Robert Burns Statue, The Octagon, Dunedin
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1. The Octagon, Dunedin – First Church of Otago loop from North Dunedin

5.05km

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2. First Church of Otago – Dunedin Railway Station loop from Dunedin

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3. The Octagon, Dunedin – First Church of Otago loop from Dunedin

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Jul1ane

June 7, 2024

The statue of Robert Burns is located in Dunedin city centre in the Octagon. It was funded by public donations and dates from 1887.

The statue's significance to Dunedin lies in the city's Scottish roots, which was founded in 1848 by the Free Church of Scotland. One of Dunedin's founding fathers ("spiritual leader") was Rev. Thomas Burns, a nephew of the poet.

The poetry of Robert Burns (1759-1796) became immensely popular in 19th century Scotland, and this enthusiasm was brought to Otago.

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Andreas K.

May 21, 2025

The statue was created by Scottish scultpor John Steell (1804 - 1891) in 1887.

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Location: Otago, New Zealand

Robert Burns Statue, The Octagon, Dunedin

1. The Octagon, Dunedin – First Church of Otago loop from North Dunedin

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