The Fingers, or La Mano, rise from the sand at Playa Brava in Punta del Este. Chilean artist Mario Irarrázabal made the sculpture in 1982, and its five enormous fingers have become a defining sight on the beach. Stop for a close look and photos, then take in the stretch of Playa Brava around it. The sculpture is easy to reach, though the photo spot gets busy at peak times.
A sculpture made for the beach
Mario Irarrázabal built the sculpture from iron and cement. Its five fingers appear to emerge from the sand at Playa Brava, giving the work its other names, La Mano and Los Dedos.
The sculpture won first prize in a monumental art contest in 1982. Its form has been linked to human presence in nature. On the beach, people gather around the fingers to pose for photos, and some climb or jump from them.
FAQ
Where are The Fingers of Punta del Este?
The sculpture stands on Playa Brava in Punta del Este, Uruguay.
Who made The Fingers, and when?
Chilean artist Mario Irarrázabal created the iron-and-cement sculpture in 1982.
When is the best time to visit?
Go outside peak hours to avoid the busiest periods around the photo spot.
