Monumento Solarius, Modern sculpture in Santa Maria, Brazil
The Monumento Solarius stands at 16 meters tall near the BR-040 highway, featuring a human figure with horns made of metal materials.
The French government presented this sculpture to Brazil in 1967, marking a period of intense urbanization and modernization in the country.
Local residents refer to the statue as 'Chifrudo', reflecting Brazilian humor through public art while symbolizing territorial occupation of the Federal District.
Visitors can find the monument alongside the BR-040 highway, where traffic congestion during morning hours makes it a noticeable landmark.
The metal structure requires restoration due to weather effects, yet remains a frequent photo subject for travelers passing through Santa Maria.
Location: Santa Maria
Inception: 1967
GPS coordinates: -16.02667,-47.97861
Latest update: May 12, 2025 06:45
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