Ten important skateboard spots in Manaus, Brazil
Praça da Saudade (Saudade Square)
Praça da Saudade, or Saudade Square, is a historical square located in the heart of Manaus. The square's smooth surfaces and urban elements provide an ideal environment for skateboarders to ride and practice tricks amidst a central and culturally significant location.
Skatepark Sumaúma
Skatepark Sumaúma is a well-equipped skateboarding spot in Manaus with various ramps, bowls, and street-style obstacles. The skatepark's features cater to skateboarders of all skill levels, making it a popular destination for riders seeking to challenge themselves and progress their skills.
Parque Ponte dos Bilhares (Bilhares Bridge Park)
Parque Ponte dos Bilhares, also known as Bilhares Bridge Park, is a recreational area with well-paved paths and open spaces. The park's serene ambiance and scenic surroundings provide skateboarders with an inviting space to ride and enjoy leisurely sessions.
Complexo Turístico da Ponta Negra (Ponta Negra Tourist Complex)
Complexo Turístico da Ponta Negra, or Ponta Negra Tourist Complex, is a popular waterfront area with a mix of restaurants, bars, and cultural spaces. The complex's smooth walkways and scenic views of the Rio Negro attract skateboarders seeking a unique urban environment for riding.
Praça do Congresso (Congress Square)
Praça do Congresso, or Congress Square, is a historical square in Manaus with a mix of colonial architecture and modern structures. The square's unique setting offers skateboarders a challenging and visually appealing environment to ride.
Parque Senador Jefferson Péres (Senator Jefferson Péres Park)
Parque Senador Jefferson Péres, or Senator Jefferson Péres Park, is a green oasis in the heart of Manaus with smooth pathways and lush greenery. The park's serene atmosphere and beautiful landscapes provide skateboarders with an inviting space to ride and appreciate the beauty of nature.
Skate Plaza Parque 10
Skate Plaza Parque 10 is a well-known skateboarding spot with various street-style obstacles, such as stairs, ledges, and rails. The plaza's urban design and challenging features cater to skateboarders seeking to explore creative lines and test their skills.
Bosque da Ciência (Science Grove)
Bosque da Ciência, or Science Grove, is an ecological park with walkways and botanical gardens. The park's smooth surfaces and serene atmosphere offer skateboarders an inviting space to ride and enjoy leisurely sessions.
Praça Heliodoro Balbi (Heliodoro Balbi Square)
Praça Heliodoro Balbi, or Heliodoro Balbi Square, is a lively square in Manaus with a mix of restaurants and shops. The square's smooth surfaces and wide-open areas provide skateboarders with a dynamic setting to showcase their skills and socialize with others.
Complexo Turístico da Praia da Ponta Negra (Ponta Negra Beach Tourist Complex)
Complexo Turístico da Praia da Ponta Negra, or Ponta Negra Beach Tourist Complex, is a popular beachfront area with a mix of recreational facilities and beachside attractions. The complex's smooth walkways and scenic views attract skateboarders seeking a unique urban environment for riding.
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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