- of uncertain origin (Roman? Medieval?), the bridge crosses the Arade River, has five arches (were there six of them originally?) and is built in stone fitted masonry - the typical reddish Silves' sandstone. The piers are protected by cutwaters (pointed elements on the pier-bases, to cut the wave chock and to ease the water flow) which enhance the bridge's image of stability and robustness.

The two Plane trees (Platanus sp) on the left side of the picture are actually on the right edge of the river - a good example of how trees can help defining a landscape.

[originally posted on Feb 2nd, 2008]

Category: THE HERITAGE