The iconic photo of Segovia features the Roman Aqueduct, a 2000 year old, 100-foot high aqueduct. Emperor Trajan built the 9-mile aqueduct from the Rio Frio to the Alcazar. The exposed section of the aqueduct is 2500 feet long and features 118 arches. The stone structure has 20,000 blocks with no mortar so it's impressive that it is still standing. It functioned until the late 19th century.
You can get a good view of the Aqueduct from the Plaza del Azoguejo, where you'll also find a TI.
The high niche features a statue of the Virgen de la Fuencisla--Segovia's patron saint. There is a cross at the base.
Walk the length of the aqueduct to find views of the cathedral.
As you walk around town, you'll see markers indicating where the aqueduct is underground.
2021 09 05
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