Pool of the Arches, Underground water reservoir in Ramla, Israel.
The Pool of Arches features three rows of stone columns supporting curved ceiling arches, with square hatches that allowed water collection through the roof.
Constructed in 789 AD during Caliph Harun al Rashid's reign, this reservoir supplied water through an aqueduct system from springs near Tel Gezer.
The structure bears an Arabic inscription on its wall commemorating its construction, marking it as a prime example of Abbasid architectural achievements.
The reservoir measures 19.82 by 21.17 meters and remains accessible to visitors who can explore the waters by rowboat between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Despite numerous earthquakes affecting Ramla over 1,200 years, the underground reservoir maintains its original structural integrity and continues storing water.
Location: Ramla
GPS coordinates: 31.93169,34.87095
Latest update: March 10, 2025 09:37
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