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Lapa, Rio de Janeiro
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Lapa is a neighborhood in the city of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. It is located in the centre of Rio and is famous for its historical monuments and nightlife.
Aerial view of Lapa
Aerial view of Lapa
The Aqueduct, and settlement in 1792
The Aqueduct, and settlement in 1792
The Carioca Aqueduct, also known as Arcos da Lapa.
The Carioca Aqueduct, also known as Arcos da Lapa.
Escadaria Selarón
Escadaria Selarón
Carioca Aqueduct
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The Carioca Aqueduct, also known as Arcos da Lapa, is an aqueduct in the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The aqueduct was built in the middle of the 18th century to bring fresh water from the Carioca River to the population of the city. It is a typical example of colonial architecture and engineering.
Carioca Aqueduct
Carioca Aqueduct
The Carioca Aqueduct by painter Leandro Joaquim (c. 1790). Santa Teresa hill and its convent are seen to the left. The lagoon in the foreground was la
The Carioca Aqueduct by painter Leandro Joaquim (c. 1790). Santa Teresa hill and its convent are seen to the left. The lagoon in the foreground was landfilled to build the Passeio Público
Panoramic view
Panoramic view