Ten important skateboard spots in Natal Santista, Brazil
1. Praça Cívica (Civic Square)
Praça Cívica, or Civic Square, is a central square in Natal with a mix of colonial architecture and modern structures. The square's smooth surfaces and urban elements provide skateboarders with a dynamic setting to showcase their skills and enjoy creative sessions.
2. Praça Augusto Severo (Augusto Severo Square)
Praça Augusto Severo, or Augusto Severo Square, is a bustling square in Natal with a mix of restaurants and shops. The square's smooth surfaces and wide-open areas provide skateboarders with an inviting space to ride and socialize with others
3. Skate Park de Mirassol
Skate Park de Mirassol is a well-equipped skateboarding spot with various ramps, bowls, and street-style obstacles. The skate park's features cater to skateboarders of all skill levels, making it a popular destination for riders seeking to challenge themselves and progress their skills.
4. Parque da Cidade (City Park)
Parque da Cidade, or City Park, is a recreational area with smooth paths and scenic landscapes. The park's serene ambiance and natural beauty provide skateboarders with an inviting space to ride and enjoy leisurely sessions.
5. Ponte Newton Navarro (Newton Navarro Bridge)
Ponte Newton Navarro, or Newton Navarro Bridge, is a significant landmark in Natal, providing stunning views of the city and the ocean. Skateboarders are attracted to the bridge's smooth surfaces and exhilarating slopes, making it a popular spot for downhill skateboarding.
6. Praça Pedro Velho (Pedro Velho Square)
Praça Pedro Velho, or Pedro Velho Square, is a historical square in Natal with colonial buildings and cobblestone streets. The square's unique architectural elements offer skateboarders a challenging and visually appealing environment to ride.
7. Via Costeira
Via Costeira is a scenic coastal road in Natal, offering skateboarders a long and smooth stretch of pavement perfect for cruising and enjoying the ocean views. The road's scenic backdrop and lack of heavy traffic make it a favorite spot for relaxed skateboarding sessions.
8. Parque das Dunas (Dunes Park)
Parque das Dunas, or Dunes Park, is a protected area with smooth pathways and beautiful sand dunes. The park's serene atmosphere and natural beauty provide skateboarders with an inviting space to ride and appreciate the unique environment.
9. Praia do Meio (Middle Beach)
Praia do Meio, or Middle Beach, is a popular beach in Natal with a mix of recreational areas and beachside attractions. The beach's smooth sand and urban elements attract skateboarders seeking a unique beachside environment for riding.
10. Via Direta Shopping
Via Direta Shopping is a shopping mall in Natal with 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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