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The Boy on the Seahorse (Malecón)
Rafael Zamarripa's larger Boy on the Seahorse stands on the central Malecón as a city emblem. Its promenade setting contrasts with the smaller original on the Las Pilitas rocks.
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The Boy on the Seahorse on the Malecón is Rafael Zamarripa's larger bronze version of the city's emblem. View it with the promenade and bay behind it, and notice the stair-like setting that gives room to stand back. The smaller original sits on shoreline rocks farther south by Los Muertos, so this stop is useful for comparing how a symbol changes when made more prominent and accessible in the city center.
What to look for
Larger bronze replica with room to view from the promenade
Compare with smaller original south of Los Muertos
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Outdoor visit · 10–20 min
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