Lion Head Chimeras - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member denben
S 22° 54.344 W 043° 10.154
23K E 687772 N 7465747
Four fountain chimeras in the cannon courtyard of the ancient fort of São Tiago, at the National Historical Museum of Rio de Janeiro.
Waymark Code: WM19ZPT
Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Date Posted: 05/20/2024
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member fi67
Views: 1

Housed in a former military fort, the National History Museum was established in 1922 and has more than 300,000 pieces, including the largest numismatic collection in Latin America.

The fountain stands at the center of the cannon courtyard at the National Historical Museum of Rio de Janeiro.

National History Museum address:
Praça Mal. Âncora, s/n - Centro
Rio de Janeiro - RJ
20021-200
Brazil

Hours: Wednesday to Sunday - from 10am to 5pm

Cost: The MHN was temporarily offering free entry during our visit in April 2024.

The coordinates are from the entrance to the museum.
Water spout is used: no

Condition: Lightly Weathered

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