Fountain of Ribeirão (São Luís)

Brazil / Maranhao / Sao Luis / São Luís / Afogados Street
 fountain, place with historical importance

The Fountain of Ribeirão is a valuable example of colonial architecture. It was built in 1796 by Governor Don Antonio Fernando de Noronha. Located in a large courtyard, covered with hewn stone and surrounded by two walls, the Source of Ribeirão is ornamented with a pediment decorated with religious symbols that are supported by two pillars side.
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Coordinates:   2°31'40"S   44°18'7"W
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