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Fuente de las Nereidas: A Controversial Masterpiece

Discover Lola Mora's Fuente de las Nereidas in Buenos Aires: a stunning Carrara marble fountain with a controversial history and timeless beauty.

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The Fuente de las Nereidas, also known as Lola Mora's Fountain, is a striking sculpture in Buenos Aires' Puerto Madero, created by Argentina's pioneering female sculptor, Lola Mora. Depicting the birth of Venus, the fountain sparked controversy due to its nude figures and was moved from its original location to its current waterfront setting.

A brief summary to Fuente de las Nereidas (Lola Mora)

  • Av. Dr. Tristán Achával Rodríguez 1401, Buenos Aires, Puerto Madero, Comuna 1, Buenos Aires, AR
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  • Monday 12 am-12 am
  • Tuesday 12 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 am-12 am
  • Thursday 12 am-12 am
  • Friday 12 am-12 am
  • Saturday 12 am-12 am
  • Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Visit during the day for the best lighting to appreciate the details of the Carrara marble sculpture.
  • Combine your visit with a walk through the nearby Buenos Aires Ecological Reserve for a blend of art and nature.
  • Explore the Puerto Madero waterfront, known for its modern architecture and dining options.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    If you are already in Puerto Madero, the Fuente de las Nereidas is easily accessible by foot. From the Ecological Reserve, walk towards Av. Dr. Tristán Achával Rodríguez. The fountain is located at Av. Dr. Tristán Achával Rodríguez 1401. The area is pedestrian-friendly.

  • Public Transport

    From Plaza de Mayo, take bus number 20 or 29 towards Puerto Madero. Get off at the 'Av. Dr. Tristán Achával Rodríguez' stop. The fountain is a short walk from the bus stop. A single bus fare costs approximately $25-28 ARS.

  • Taxi/Ride-share

    A taxi or ride-share service offers a direct route to Fuente de las Nereidas. Input 'Fuente de las Nereidas' or the address 'Av. Dr. Tristán Achával Rodríguez 1401' into your app. From downtown Buenos Aires, a taxi to the fountain will cost approximately $5000 ARS.

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The Fuente de las Nereidas, a captivating sculpture by Lola Mora, stands proudly in the Costanera Sur of Buenos Aires' Puerto Madero. This masterpiece, crafted from Carrara marble, portrays the birth of Venus, attended by nereids and tritons. Lola Mora, one of Argentina's first and most controversial female sculptors, completed the fountain in 1903. Originally intended for Plaza de Mayo, the fountain's nude figures were deemed indecent by some, leading to its relocation. The sculpture found its current home in 1918, thanks to Mora's assistance, in a move seen as a victory for conservatives who wanted to keep it away from the city center. The fountain features Venus rising from a large shell, supported by nereids, daughters of the sea god Nereus, symbolizing beauty, seduction, and compassion for sailors. Tritons on horseback complete the scene, emerging from the water. Today, the Fuente de las Nereidas is celebrated as a significant piece of Buenos Aires' cultural heritage, marking a point of entry to the Buenos Aires Ecological Reserve.

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