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Amoreira Aqueduct, Medieval aqueduct in Elvas, Portugal

The Amoreira Aqueduct extends for 8 kilometers with four levels of stone arches supported by cylindrical pillars and reinforced with structural buttresses.

Construction of the aqueduct started in 1498 under architect Francisco de Arruda and continued until 1622, involving additional builders Afonso Álvares and Diogo Marques.

The structure represents Portuguese engineering capabilities from the medieval period and maintains its status as a National Monument within a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Visitors can reach the aqueduct through guided walking tours from Elvas city center, with detailed information available at local tourism offices.

The aqueduct contains 833 arches arranged in decreasing size patterns, demonstrating advanced engineering methods for consistent water delivery across varying terrain levels.

Location: São Brás e São Lourenço

Inception: 1620

Architects: Francisco de Arruda

Architectural style: medieval architecture

Part of: Garrison Border Town of Elvas and its Fortifications

GPS coordinates: 38.87800,-7.17239

Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:36

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