Mural Tirinha 60 Anos da Mônica - Mauricio de Sousa
Imagine stepping into a world where your favorite comic characters come to life, right before your eyes. Welcome to the vibrant Rua da Consolação, where the towering blind facade of the Edifício Liège showcases a stunning tribute to Mônica, one of Brazil's most beloved comic characters. This colossal mural, celebrating Mônica's 60th anniversary, is a playful nod to her iconic status, with her sitting on the crescent moon alongside her friends. Whether you're a fan of the comic or simply appreciate public art, this is a must-see spot that captures the essence of São Paulo's rich cultural tapestry.
A giant vertical comic strip mural painted across the blind facade of the Edifício Liège on Rua da Consolação. Created by Mauricio de Sousa Produções (MSP) to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the iconic character Mônica, the artwork playfully depicts Mônica sitting on the crescent moon with her blue rabbit plush Sansão, officially becoming 'dona da lua' (owner of the moon) alongside friends Cebolinha, Cascão, Magali, Milena, Denise, Louco, and Jotalhão.
History
Inaugurated in 2023 for Mônica's 60th anniversary celebrations, this monumental comic strip honors the enduring cultural legacy of Mauricio de Sousa, Brazil's most celebrated cartoonist whose work is recognized as an intangible cultural heritage of São Paulo.
Fun Facts
- Created to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Mônica (created in 1963 by Mauricio de Sousa).
- The comic strip makes a pun on Mônica's famous title 'dona da rua' (queen/owner of the street), declaring her 'litelalmente a dona da lua' (literally the owner of the moon).
- Features beloved characters including Mônica, Sansão, Cebolinha, Cascão, Magali, Milena, Denise, Jotalhão, and Louco.
- Painted on the towering blind facade of the Edifício Liège, visible along the bustling Rua da Consolação corridor.
Guide Tips
- Best viewed from the sidewalks across Rua da Consolação or when walking down from the intersection with Avenida Paulista towards Rebouças.
- Convenient transit access: roughly a 5-minute walk from Paulista Metro Station (Line 4-Yellow) or Consolação Station (Line 2-Green).
- Great for daytime photography with a wide-angle smartphone lens to capture all three vertical panels of the comic strip.
Opening Hours
24/7 - External Viewing