Miroir d'eau

The Miroir d'eau in Bordeaux

The Miroir d'eau (Water Mirror) or Miroir des Quais (Quay Mirror) in Bordeaux is the world's largest^[1] reflecting pool, covering 3,450 square metres (37,100 sq ft). Located on the quay of the Garonne in front of the Place de la Bourse, it was built in 2006.^[1]

It is made of granite slabs covered by 2 cm of water. In summer, a system allows it to create fog every 15 minutes.^[1]

Gallery

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  The Miroir d'eau
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  The Miroir d'eau by night
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  The Miroir d'eau in action
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  The Miroir d'eau and the Garonne river

References

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Coordinates: 44°50′30″N 0°34′09″W / 44.8417°N 0.5691°W / 44.8417; -0.5691