Category: Civil Architecture > Spring / Fountain
District: Braga > Esposende > Ponte do Marachão > Fonte do Marachão
The Marachão Fountain is situated in the area that gives it its name, in the locality of Ponte do Marachão, belonging to the municipality of Esposende. This area is characterized by surroundings that integrate the urban environment with the proximity of more natural spaces, benefiting from a location that allows for uncomplicated access for those traveling in the region. Its position offers a discreet and welcoming landmark within the local landscape.
As an integral element of the Marachão area, the fountain presents itself with a configuration that favors simplicity and harmony with its surroundings. The design is modest, focused on functionality and the aesthetic expected of a traditional fountain, possibly using materials that integrate naturally into the landscape. The gentle sound of the water gushing from it contributes to creating an atmosphere of serenity, inviting a tranquil pause and moments of contemplation.
The Marachão Fountain, similar to other traditional fountains, evokes the historical importance of these water points in the life of communities. Once essential for supply and as meeting places, they remain today as a testament to that past and as a space of quietude. It represents a stopping point where visitors can refresh themselves and enjoy a moment of calm, appreciating the essence of an element that has always been vital: water.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.50530242, -8.71660387
Coordinates DMS: 41°30'19.1"N 08°42'59.8"W