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Braille Map

Buchanan Street, Glasgow

The Braille Map on Buchanan Street in Glasgow is a remarkable piece of public art designed to be inclusive for visually impaired individuals. Created by Scottish sculptor Kathleen Chambers in 1990, this freestanding relief map is crafted from bronze, with a concrete base and polished granite. It features Braille inscriptions for street names, allowing people to explore the layout of Glasgow with their hands.

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José Manuel Polo said:

Probablemente sea el primer mapa en Braille que que se construye, se fotografía y comparte en Ipernity. Si es así, tienes ese honor, Joe. Espero que la hinchada del Athletic se porte bien en Glasgow el próximo miércoles. Hoy domingo tienen partido importante en la comunidad valenciana y el miércoles... sin apenas descanso. Hoy otra baja importante.
6 weeks ago ( translate )

Joe, Son of the Rock replied to José Manuel Polo:

Thanks for your very kind comment, José. Best wishes, Joe
6 weeks ago

Amelia said:

That's just amazing, Joe. So interesting and useful. It also attracts seeing folks who are encouraged to touch it, and take photos of it.
6 weeks ago

Joe, Son of the Rock replied to Amelia:

Thanks for your very kind comment, Amelia. Have a good new week! Cheers, Joe
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