Alto do Carvalhão Fountain

Category: Civil Architecture > Fountain

District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa > Campolide

Location

The Chafariz do Alto do Carvalhão is located in the Campolide area of Lisbon, in a district that reflects the city's daily life. Its specific location on Rua do Arco do Carvalhão allows it to integrate into the urban fabric, contributing to the identity of this Lisbon street.

Historical Record

This fountain dates back to the 19th century, a period when structures like it played a fundamental role in supplying water to the Lisbon population. Over time, the Chafariz do Alto do Carvalhão acquired other designations, also being known as Chafariz do Arco do Carvalhão or da Cruz das Almas. These alternative names attest to its historical relevance and how it became fixed in the collective memory of that part of the city.

A Point of Urban Character

For those who walk through the streets of Campolide, the Chafariz do Alto do Carvalhão offers an element of particular interest. Its presence, although discreet, lends a note of tradition and authenticity to the urban environment. Observing this fountain invites a brief pause and allows for reflection on Lisbon's urban evolution, marking the landscape with a link to the past.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt