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The arches are the remains of an aqueduct built in the mid-18th century.
From the mid-18th century until after 1940 supplied water to the city of Oaxaca.
The aqueduct bring water down from the natural springs up north in Cerro San Felipe. The aqueduct begins in small town known as San Felipe del Agua and these arches (los arquitos) still stand. The fun thing is that the inhabitants of Oaxaca have utilized the spaces behind the arches to build various stores and houses.
This section of aqueduct called Arquitos de Xochimilco is approximately 300 meters long.
It is attractive for its green quarry walls and, above all, for its semicircular arches, made of baked clay brick. Through many of the arches you'll find twisting streets or secluded plazas.
It's a pretty section of the city for a stroll. In a small plaza you will find a stone cross, and in another plaza there is a fountain and benches to enjoy this beautiful landscape.
Location
They are located 9 blocks north of the zócalo, on García Vigil Street. Rufino Tamayo Street, Oaxaca de Juárez, Oax.
Arquitos de Xochimilco
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