Casa da Água

The hexagonal building features a dome with a lantern at the top and has marble fountains along with stone benches inside its walls.

King Jose I commissioned the construction of Casa da Agua in 1770 to provide water supply through an aqueduct extending 2.5 kilometers from Azoia.

The interior walls display hunting scenes and pilgrimage references through traditional Portuguese tile work that decorates the stone surfaces.

The water distribution system includes two wells, fountains, and tanks located both inside and outside the walled garden area of the sanctuary.

The marble fountain inside features Bernini-style sculptural elements, demonstrating the integration of Italian artistic influences in Portuguese architecture.

Location: Sesimbra

Part of: Santuário de Nossa Senhora do Cabo Espichel

GPS coordinates: 38.42071,-9.21241

Latest update: March 13, 2025 00:01