Arcas Reales, Historic hydraulic structure in Valladolid, Spain.
The Arcas Reales consists of 32 stone water chambers connected by pipes spanning 6 kilometers across Valladolid for water distribution and filtration.
Felipe II commissioned Juan de Herrera to design this water system in 1583 when Valladolid had 40,000 inhabitants requiring improved water supply.
The main chamber displays royal and city coats of arms with an inscription from 1589 marking the completion during King Felipe II reign.
Visitors can explore 14 preserved chambers along three sections of a walking path starting near Avenida Madrid behind industrial buildings.
Juan de Herrera created a specialized instrument to measure thousandths of millimeters to manage the 9-meter elevation change across the system.
Location: Valladolid
Architectural style: Herrerian
GPS coordinates: 41.61310,-4.73500
Latest update: March 11, 2025 09:46
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