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La Mano de Punta del Este 20100 Punta del Este, Maldonado Department, Uruguay Last Updated: 04/04/2023 |
| La Mano, also known as "Los Dedos" (The Fingers) or "Monumento al Ahogado" (Monument to the Drowned), is a famous sculpture located in Punta del Este, a resort town in southeastern Uruguay. The sculpture was created by Chilean artist Mario Irarrázabal and was installed on the beach in 1982. | |
| The sculpture consists of five fingers emerging from the sand, with the fingertips partially submerged in the water. The sculpture is 5 meters tall and has become an iconic symbol of Punta del Este and Uruguay as a whole. La Mano is located on Playa Brava, one of the town's most popular beaches. It has become a popular tourist attraction, with visitors taking photos with the sculpture and enjoying the beach and surrounding area. The sculpture is often interpreted as a warning about the dangers of the sea, with the fingers representing a hand reaching out for help from the water. It has also been interpreted as a commentary on human vulnerability and the struggle for existence. La Mano has become a cultural landmark in Uruguay and a symbol of the country's artistic and creative spirit. It has been featured in numerous films, television shows, and other media, and has become a must-see attraction for visitors to Punta del Este. | |
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