Manneken Pis
Attractions - Monuments and MemorialsOn the corner of Stoofstraat/Rue de L'Etuve and the Eikstraat/Rue du Chêne, Brussels, Brussels. 1000Website: www.brussels.be/artdet.cfm/4328Description
This famous statue of a little boy peeing in a fountain is a perfect representative of the irreverent Belgian humor. The unique Brussels icon has been amusing visitors on the corner of Rue de L’Etuve & Stroofstraat since 1619. Over time it has become a tradition for visiting heads of state to donate miniature versions of their national costume for the little naked boy. The wardrobe of Mannekin Pis can be seen at the Brussels museum and includes over 760 outfits – even an authentic Elvis jumpsuit.
