Over 400 Pieces of Sculptural
A beautiful underwater museum created by Artist Jason deCaires Taylor has become one of the most attractive place in Mexico, National Marine Park. This impressive underwater art exhibits 400 sculptures of people standing silently on the ocean's floor with their eyes closed and heads tilted towards the surface. Those sculptures were created to replace coral reefs that are polluted around the coastal area.
Jason deCaires took 18 months to complete the sculptures using 120 tons of cement, sand and gravel. It costed $250,000 to create the beautiful art pieces.
This unique idea of creating coral reefs using natural resources has attracted many tourist to visit Mexico. They can enjoy snorkeling and scuba diving by viewing those human made sculptures as deep as 9 meters.
Jason had done a great job to save the coral and all the creatures which live at the bottom of the ocean. Isn't it amazing to have such a great idea? It creates a perfect combination between art and nature.
The sculptures have 'Human Look' to give us the idea of another evolution form underwater. If there is a chance for me to go Mexico, I would want to visit this beautiful place which is unique and inspiring. It's a place for everyone to enjoy simple yet unique art.
By: Norika Tjoe
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