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Monuments symbol many things. A historical event, a remembrance for a loved one, or even to mark an important event that changed life as we know it. Monuments can be seen a lot of places like museums and cemeteries.There are many factors to choose from when building a monument. A group or agency should consider the landscape, cost, and importance of the monument when building one because these factors can either make or break the monument. The landscape can help make your monument harmonious with its surroundings. “The design must be apolitical, harmonious with the site, and conciliatory.” (Source G) The design being harmonious with the landscape makes it feel like it belongs there and more appealing to the naked eye. If the monument were

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