Rampa do Mercado Fountain
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BrazilRegion:
Brazil
Rampa do Mercado Fountain
Fountain
Value:
Local value
Visit duration:
10 min
Description:
Fonte da Rampa do Mercado is a monumental fountain in Cayru Square designed by sculptor Mário Cravo, Jr. Known locally as A Bunda (“The Butt”), it is made of yellow fiberglass with an internal metallic structure. This unique 16 meter tall fountain was inaugurated in 1970. Erected in honor of the burned down “old” Mercado market. Author — Mario Cavu Jr.
Categories:
Fountain
Fountain
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Fitness level:
Best visit time:
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Access:
Bike
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Foot
Roads:
Asphalt
Gravel
Info:
Clothing:
Seasonal
Connection:
Ok
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