
The Fuente de los Continentes, Mendoza
The Fuente de los Continentes represents the symbolic composition of four continents: America, Asia, Europe and Africa. The fountain demonstrates the artistic characteristics inherent to the European ornamental fountains of the 17th -18th centuries. The fountain's main pool has almost 20 meters in diameter and features four beautiful mermaids holding seashells. In the center of the second pool, four atlantes (two male and two female) sit in a stately posture propping four huge plates, 5.4 meters in diameter each. The third level of the fountain is composed of four statues of children supporting the last plate. All the figures of the artistic ensemble are created in an exquisite manner. The great refinement in their faces, notable anatomical development and movement of the cloth create the impression of remarkable expressive force and beauty. The Fuente de los Continentes is the symbol of unity and solidarity of all the nations and peoples of the world.
This sight is featured in a self-guided walking tour of Mendoza, Argentina within the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" which can be downloaded from iTunes App Store or Google Play. Please download the app to your mobile phone or tablet for travel directions for visiting this sight. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
The Fuente de los Continentes on Map
Sight Name: The Fuente de los Continentes
Sight Location: Mendoza, Argentina
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Mendoza, Argentina
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Mendoza, Argentina
Create Your Own Walk in Mendoza
Creating your own self-guided walk in Mendoza is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Museums Walking Tour
Mendoza is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Argentina. The city is home to many interesting museums and galleries. This two-hour tour will take you to the most fascinating museums of Mendoza.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.0 Km or 3.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.0 Km or 3.1 Miles
Mendoza Introduction Walk
Set at the heart of Argentina's wine-making region of Cuyo, Mendoza city was almost totally destroyed by the devastating earthquake of 1861. The ensued restoration efforts put in by the local authorities have resulted in a plethora of new magnificent landmarks, most of which are must-see attractions for every visitor. On this walk you will see what today's Mendoza is particularly famous... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.4 Km or 2.1 Miles
Mendoza Sightseeing Tour
Mendoza is listed among the most popular Argentinian destinations. It has a lot to offer to its visitors, including architecture, museums, wineries, parks, squares, monuments and much more. This tour will show you the main sights in the Mendoza city center.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Mendoza Squares Walk
Mendoza is one of the most beautiful cities in Argentina. It is especially famous for beautiful parks and squares, each in its own, unique style. During this tour you will have a chance to visit and explore four symmetrical squares: Plaza San Martín, Plaza Chile, Plaza Italia, Plaza España, as well as the main city square - Plaza Independencia.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.2 Km or 2.6 Miles
Mendoza General San Martín Park Walk, Part 1
Mendoza General San Martín Park is a place perfectly designed for a healthy walk. The park, named after the famous Argentinian general, features 34 beautiful sculptures which line its paths and alleys. Take this tour to see the most interesting sights of “Parque General San Martín”.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.4 Km or 3.4 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.4 Km or 3.4 Miles
Barrio Civico Mendoza Tour
Barrio Civico (the Civic District of Mendoza), inaugurated in 1948, houses the most important governmental buildings of the city. Recently it has been totally restored and today welcomes tourists from all over the world to admire its Palacio de Justicia, Casa de Gobierno and other grandiose institutions.
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.8 Km or 1.1 Miles