General Osório Square, Public square in Ipanema, Brazil

General Osório Square is a public square in Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, bordered by Rua Visconde de Pirajá to the north, Rua Jangadeiros to the east, Rua Prudente de Morais to the south and Rua Teixeira de Melo to the west. At its centre stands the Saracuras Fountain, carved in 1796 by Valentim da Fonseca e Silva and moved here in 1911 from the Convento da Ajuda.

The square was established in the 19th century and renamed in 1922 to honor General Manuel Luis Osório. Its fountain with sculptures dates back to 1795, marking centuries of presence in the neighborhood.

The Sunday market that takes place here since 1968 brings together local artisans selling handmade crafts, paintings, and sculptures. The square serves as a meeting point for artists and visitors interested in handmade goods and local talent.

The adjacent metro station provides direct access and makes reaching the square straightforward from other parts of the city. Planning your visit around market days requires checking which activities happen on your preferred weekday.

The fountain features bronze sculptures of Brazilian marsh birds, a creation from the 18th century by a renowned local sculptor. Few visitors realize these ancient artworks remain at the center of the square's design.