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PALRA
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Laura_Pizarro_Jacinto
Spain
Cáceres
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PALRA
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Laura_Pizarro_Jacinto
Spain
Cáceres
It is the oldest gate of the Cáceres wall, dating back to the 3rd century, built by the Romans. It’s the only city gate that still preserves Roman masonry blocks in its structure. In the Middle Ages, it became known as Puerta del Río because it led towards the river. Later, a small chapel with an image of the Virgin and Child (which you see in the photo) was placed above the arch, giving it its popular name: Arco del Cristo.
It was one of the main entrances used by medieval inhabitants. Its survival makes it a key testimony to the Roman origins of Cáceres’ walls.
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