Ten important skateboard spots in Campinas, Brazil
1. Parque Portugal (Portugal Park)
Parque Portugal, also known as Taquaral Park, is one of the largest and most popular parks in Campinas. The park's smooth pathways, serene lake, and wide-open spaces make it an ideal location for skateboarders to cruise and practice flat ground tricks amidst a scenic backdrop.
2. Praça do Coco (Coconut Square)
Praça do Coco, located in the Cambuí neighborhood, is a bustling square with a mix of restaurants and shops. The square's smooth surfaces and urban elements provide skateboarders with a dynamic setting to showcase their skills in a central and lively location.
3. Pista de Skate do Taquaral (Taquaral Skate Park)
Pista de Skate do Taquaral is a well-equipped skateboarding spot within Parque Portugal. The skate park features various ramps, rails, and street-style obstacles, catering to skateboarders of all skill levels and offering a diverse skateboarding experience.
4. Bosque dos Jequitibás (Jequitibás Grove)
Bosque dos Jequitibás is a historic park in Campinas, known for its lush greenery and botanical gardens. The park's smooth walkways and scenic landscapes provide skateboarders with an inviting space to ride and appreciate the beauty of nature.
5. Praça Carlos Gomes (Carlos Gomes Square)
Praça Carlos Gomes, or Carlos Gomes Square, is a central square in Campinas with a mix of historical buildings and modern structures. The square's unique architectural elements offer skateboarders an interesting and visually appealing environment to ride.
6. Praça Arautos da Paz (Heralds of Peace Square)
Praça Arautos da Paz, or Heralds of Peace Square, is a public square with a large concrete area. The square's smooth surfaces and open space attract skateboarders looking for a challenging and creative environment to ride.
7. Jardim Japão (Japan Garden)
Jardim Japão, also known as Japan Garden, is a serene garden with a traditional Japanese-style bridge and scenic surroundings. The garden's smooth pathways and tranquil ambiance create an inviting space for skateboarders to ride and enjoy leisurely sessions.
8. Praça Antônio Pompeu (Antônio Pompeu Square)
Praça Antônio Pompeu, or Antônio Pompeu Square, is a historical square in Campinas with colonial architecture and cobblestone streets. The square's unique setting offers skateboarders a challenging and visually appealing environment to ride.
9. Unicamp Campus
The University of Campinas (Unicamp) campus offers skateboarders a mix of smooth surfaces, stairs, and handrails. The campus's modern architecture and vibrant atmosphere attract skateboarders seeking a dynamic urban environment for riding.
10. Shopping Parque Dom Pedro (Dom Pedro Park Shopping)
Shopping Parque Dom Pedro, one of the largest shopping malls in Latin America, has designated skateboarding areas and an indoor skatepark. The mall's skateboarding facilities cater to skateboarders of all ages and skill levels, offering a unique opportunity for riders to combine shopping and skateboarding.
Skateboarding is tribal and most locals are welcoming, but if you're new to a spot, or just passing through, have respect for the locals. Listen. Be smart. Have fun.
A human being
Art can change the world – and everybody is an artist. Those who scribble stickmen. Those who paint chapel ceilings. Those who tattoo biceps. Those who are careful with pigment on canvas. Those who create fantasy characters. Those who paint pet portraits. Those who yarn bomb. Those who write poems on crappy old cardboard.
My art lives on the bottom of skateboard decks. It's designed for you to destroy. For you, the rider, my art may come second to the deck’s ability to perform – and that’s awesome. To me, art comes first. Always.
It’s how I think. It’s who I am. It’s what I am.
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This article has been created with the help of artificial intelligence platforms ChatGPT and Bard. If there are inaccuracies or there are opportunities for improvement, please let me know.
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