Fountain of Rua das Taipas, fountain in Porto, Portugal
Fonte das Taipas is a stone water reservoir in Porto's historic center. The structure features a pyramidal design with a central obelisk, water spouts on different levels, and a shallow basin at its base to collect the water.
The reservoir was requested by local residents in 1772 when they needed a fresh water source for their neighborhood. For centuries it served as a vital gathering point where people collected water and took shelter from daily life.
The location in Porto's old town is easy to reach on foot from other historic sites. Water still flows from the fountain today and the site is freely accessible to visitors exploring the city's medieval water system.
The granite basin displays carved details such as small leaves and plant motifs that reflect its age. A polished sphere sits at the top of the central obelisk, catching sunlight and adding a subtle visual accent to the otherwise plain structure.
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