Aqueduto da Prata
União das Freguesias de Évora (São Mamede, Sé, São Pedro e Santo Antão)
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Ah-kwe-doo-too da Ah-gwah de Prah-tah, the 'Silver Water Aqueduct' of Évora. This extraordinary sixteen-mile-long structure is one of the most defining features of this ancient city, which itself is a UNESCO World…
Listen in the app2Francisco de Arruda’s Vision — Architecture of the Water
The architectural pedigree of the Prah-tah Aqueduct is exceptional. Francisco de Arruda was one of the most significant architects of the Portuguese Renaissance, and his work on this project demonstrates a mastery of both…
Listen in the app3Urban Integration — Living Within the Arches
As you enter the street known as Rua do Cano, you encounter one of the most fascinating urban phenomena in Portugal. Here, the arches of the aqueduct have been incorporated into the city's housing. …
Listen in the app4M'AR De AR Aqueduto — Modern Luxury in Ancient Stone
The aqueduct's journey through Évora includes its role in the city's modern identity. A prime example is the M'AR De AR Ak-we-doo-too hotel, a five-star establishment that has been built around and within a significant section of…
Listen in the app5The Rural Trail — A Walk through the Alentejo
Beyond the city walls, the Prah-tah Aqueduct continues for miles into the Alentejo countryside. Today, much of this route is a designated hiking and cycling trail, allowing visitors to follow the path of the water through its…
Listen in the app6Engineering Precision — The Arruda Gradient
The technical success of the Prah-tah Aqueduct rests on its incredible precision. Francisco de Arruda had to ensure that the water moved at a constant, gentle speed over sixteen miles. …
Listen in the app7The Praça do Giraldo — The Final Destination
The ultimate destination for the water of the Prah-tah Aqueduct was the Prah-sah do Jee-ral-doo, the main square of Évora. Here, the arrival of the water was celebrated with a grand Renaissance fountain, which still stands today. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our exploration of the Ah-kwe-doo-too da Ah-gwah de Prah-tah, take a moment to admire the way it anchors the city of Évora. This is more than just a stone bridge for water; it is a monument to the Renaissance…
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What is Aqueduto da Prata?
Aqueduto da Prata is a place in União das Freguesias de Évora (São Mamede, Sé, São Pedro e Santo Antão) with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | União das Freguesias de Évora (São Mamede, Sé, São Pedro e Santo Antão) |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 38.5791, -7.9194 |
| Last updated |
