Molino de Perez, Watermill in Malvín, Montevideo, Uruguay.
Description
Molino de Perez is a stone and brick watermill located near Rambla O'Higgins in Malvín. Large windows on the facade allow visitors to see the grinding mechanisms that operated across two levels.
History
Merchant Juan María Pérez built the mill in 1840 using water from the Malvin stream to grind wheat from nearby farmland. A reconstruction in 1950 by Horacio Arredondo introduced structural changes to the original design.
Culture
The structure received national historical heritage status in 1975, marking its importance in Uruguay's industrial development and agricultural practices.
Practical
The mill sits in Parque Baroffio between Malvín and Punta Gorda neighborhoods, within easy reach of the waterfront area. The large windows make it possible to view the interior workings from outside the building.
Did you know?
The 1950 modifications were specifically designed so that visitors could observe the working grinding mechanisms from outside. This turned the mill into a structure that connected industrial function with public viewing.
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