Estádio Fonte Luminosa, Football stadium in Araraquara, Brazil
Estádio Fonte Luminosa is a football stadium in central Araraquara with a natural grass field measuring 105 by 68 meters. The venue has covered seating sections distributed across multiple levels that accommodate more than 20,000 spectators.
The stadium opened in 1951 when Governor Adhemar Pereira de Barros inaugurated it with an opening match between major teams. Electrical lighting arrived in 1960, which inspired the name Fonte Luminosa, meaning Luminous Fountain.
The stadium has been home to Associação Ferroviária de Esportos since it opened and remains central to the team's identity and fan base. A football museum inside displays local sports memorabilia and historical items that reflect the region's passion for the game.
The stadium sits in central Araraquara within walking distance of the city center, with parking available on-site. Arriving early on match days helps secure good viewing spots, as popular sections fill up quickly.
The name Fonte Luminosa comes from the fountain-like appearance of the floodlighting system that outlines the stadium at dusk. This distinctive lighting became the place's visual signature and helped travelers identify it throughout the city.
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