Carrington Square

The Carrington Square is a touristic plaza in the Newport neighborhood of Carrington, Brunant.

History
The plaza was built in the early 1800s, when the area east of the city's Old Town became more populated. It was named after James Carrington, who invaded Brunant in 1784 and renamed the city of Sint-Markstad after himself.

Since the late 19th century, the Newport area has become more densely populated and touristy. Carrington Square was the meeting place of intellectuals and artists, including Ernest E. Talbot and Andrew Quigley. Today, the plaza is home to small shops and cafes.

Landmarks
The Carrington Square is home to the Carrington Museum, a museum about the city's history and the life of James Carrington, and the Carrington Marina, the most prestigious and largest marina of Brunant.

Events
In the 19th century, the plaza was the venue of several bullfighting events.

The plaza has two weekly markets. Every Tuesday, the Carrington Square is home to a famous book market, which was first held in the mid-1870s. The streets surrounding the plaza are also well-known for their small book shops. On Fridays, there is a street market, where one can find clothing and food.