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Kisses on the School Wall: Why the Porto Cristo Murals Are Contested — a Reality Check

Why the Porto Cristo School Murals Are at the Center of a Debate

A local dispute over Porto Cristo school murals has raised questions about art, remembrance and what belongs on school walls.

Published: April 23, 2026
Kisses on the School Wall: Why the Porto Cristo Murals Are Contested — a Reality Check

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Why are the Porto Cristo school murals being criticised?

The murals outside the secondary school in Porto Cristo show kissing same-sex couples and were painted during LGTBIQ+ Pride week in 2022. Critics say the images are inappropriate for a school wall, while supporters see them as art and, in one case, as a reminder of past political persecution. The dispute also raises questions about how the works were approved and who was involved.

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