In 1969, a man named Bruno in Battaglia, Italy, started selling food and wine beneath a tree. The next day, he sold some more. That small, first experiment is what started his family restaurant, Ai Pioppi. The restaurant ended up being just one of his lifelong passions.
The next month, he met a blacksmith that taught him how to weld. Bruno didn’t realize that this chance encounter would change so much.
Watch the beautifully made documentary below if you’d like to learn more about Bruno, Ai Pioppi and his amazing kinetic carnival. All of the rides that he built don’t require a lot of energy or machinery. They’re simple, but incredibly fun and impressive.
(H/T Colossal)
The carnival rides started out as a way to advertise the family restaurant, but now, they are an attraction all of their own. The next time you’re traveling through Italy, think beyond the Tower of Piza or the Colosseum. Go to Battaglia and find this awesome carnival! Share Bruno’s genius with others by clicking below.