Aqueduc de Carpentras, Stone aqueduct in Carpentras, France
The Aqueduc de Carpentras is a stone bridge structure with 48 arches that crosses over the Auzon River valley. The construction displays the solid stonework typical of the period, with its characteristic curved supports.
Work began in the 1720s under a French architect's direction to bring water to the city. The project was part of a broader infrastructure development that changed the region during the 1700s.
This structure was built to supply water to the city, showing how engineers in the 1700s solved practical problems for local communities. Today you can see how the arches worked to carry water across the valley.
The structure can be viewed from outside at any time and is easily accessible from the town center. The best way to explore it is a walk along the valley to see the structure from different angles.
The stone used for construction came from local quarries nearby, giving the structure a special connection to its immediate surroundings. This choice also meant the project could move forward faster than if materials had been brought from far away.
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