Historic St. George Street Converted Fountain - St. Augustine, FL
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Marine Biologist
N 29° 53.658 W 081° 18.778
17R E 469783 N 3307114
This fountain was originally converted and filled with dirt, gravel, a few weeds, and even a few cigarette butts. As of 2012, it is now used as a planter.
Waymark Code: WM47M0
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 07/18/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member frivlas
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St. George Street was the main street of the colonial city of St. Augustine. There are many historic buildings, including the De Mesa-Sanchez House (43 St. George Street), the Arrivas House (44 St. George), and the Avero House (now the St. Photios Greek Shrine) (37 St. George). St. George Street is now a very popular tourist shopping area.

In the lower level of the fountain, you can see the control for this former water feature.
Setting: Outside

Place: Along Historic St. George Street, a popular tourist shopping area.

Use: Planter
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