Carioca Aqueduct

Aqueduto da Carioca
aqueduct in Rio de Janeiro
#16 in Rio de Janeiro / #40 in Brazil
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by Donatas Dabravolskas
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

The Carioca Aqueduct, also known as the Arcos da Lapa, is an iconic architectural landmark in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Constructed in the mid-18th century, it originally served as an aqueduct to transport fresh water from the Carioca River to the city center. This impressive structure features 42 arches and spans 270 meters, showcasing colonial engineering and design.


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