Aqueduct Garden

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Porto > Maia > Cidade da Maia

Location

The Aqueduct Garden is located in the city of Maia, an integral part of the Maia municipality. This green space is situated within a vibrant urban setting, characterized by the presence of residential areas and commercial establishments. Its position within the city's fabric offers an accessible meeting point and a welcoming environment, where daily life intersects with an important heritage element.

The 18th-Century Aqueduct

The name of this garden derives from its most singular feature: an imposing 18th-century aqueduct. This historic structure, built on a series of robust arches, dominates the garden's landscape, giving it a unique identity. The aqueduct is a testament to the engineering of the time, designed with the purpose of transporting water through an ingenious system that is still visible today.

A Water Legacy

This aqueduct is not just an architectural element; it represents a link to the region's historical past. Originally, its function was to convey the water that served the ancient Casa e Quinta do Chantre. This estate, once a significant property, was located in Leça do Balio, a parish in the neighboring municipality of Matosinhos. The presence of the aqueduct in the garden in Maia is a remarkable vestige of a complex water supply system that served important properties in the Porto metropolitan area.

An Urban Green Space

With an area of 3,800 square meters, the Aqueduct Garden offers a tranquil refuge in the heart of the city of Maia. It is a place where residents and visitors can enjoy a garden setting, ideal for a relaxed stroll or a moment of pause. The garden's design integrates with the aqueduct's grandeur, creating an atmosphere that invites the observation of history and relaxation in the green space.

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