Ancient romano aqueduct of Sexi

The Ancient Romano Aqueduct of Sexi spans 8 kilometers through the southern Spanish coast, featuring multiple bridges, channels, and maintenance shafts constructed with local mica schist.

Built in the first century AD during the Roman occupation, the aqueduct supplied water to the city of Sexi Firmum Iulium for its fish sauce production industry.

The aqueduct system comprises five distinct structures, including the Rio Seco Aqueducts, Torrecuevas Aqueduct, and Carrera Aqueduct, reflecting Roman engineering methods.

Visitors can access the Torrecuevas section, measuring 130 meters with 17 arches, through a dedicated path that connects to the local bus route Line 5.

The aqueduct incorporates a complex siphon system measuring 38 meters deep and 1100 meters long, demonstrating advanced Roman hydraulic engineering techniques.

Location: Almuñécar

GPS coordinates: 36.73616,-3.68995

Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:03