Fonte do Macaco
This fountain is also known as Fonte do Bicho. This fountain is built-in the main façade of a three floors building. At the centre it has a big dolphin which is the only ajutage; the tank has a simple shape.
Contacts
Rua de São Pedro de Miragaia
4050,Porto
- Fountains, Springs & Aqueducts
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Characteristics
Monuments near Fonte do Macaco
Alfândega Nova
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Chafariz da Colher
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Edifício do Antigo Clube Inglês do Porto
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Edifício do Hospital de Santo António
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Fonte das Taipas
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Fonte das Virtudes
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