Reservatório da Mãe d'Água das Amoreiras
Attraction
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Ornate 18th-century reservoir complex with fountains that herald the arrival of Lisbon’s water.
Praça das Amoreiras 10, 1250-020 Lisboa, Portugal
+351 21 810 0215
Did You Know?
16th
Century of Construction
The Reservatório da Mãe d'Água das Amoreiras was built in the 16th century, serving as a vital water reservoir for the city of Lisbon.
Aqueduct
Water Source
The reservoir was supplied with water from the Águas Livres Aqueduct, a remarkable engineering feat that brought water from the nearby Serra de Montejunto mountains.
18th
Century of Expansion
In the 18th century, the reservoir was expanded and its facade was redesigned, giving it the neoclassical style we see today.
Public
Modern Use
Today, the Reservatório da Mãe d'Água das Amoreiras is a public space, offering stunning views of the city and hosting cultural events.
