Semana Santa Estepa

Seville enchants

The old Muslim arcade, which dates back to the 12th century, is located in the village of Mezquitilla. It seems to be evidence of the existence of a small Moorish village built around an oratory or Mosque. It is assumed to be from the Almohad period, as it shows clear similarities with other fountains built in the old kingdom of Seville.

The fountain is located at the entrance of the village, on the road to Ronquillo and Castilblanco de los Arroyos. The site has been embellished with flowers, olive trees and benches. It was built by the local sculptor, Jaime Mate Gallego.

In Roman times, La Luisiana was located on the Via Augusta, very close to the colonies of Astigi (Écija) and Obulcuva (La Monclava). The Roman baths are considered one of the most remarkable constructions from this period, both from an artistic and archaeological point of view, where two distinct sections can be discerned. 

This unique fountain never runs out of water, even in times of drought. It is easily recognisable by its white monolith, topped by a cross, and its watering trough. It appears to have played an essential role as a rest area at the intersection of three livestock trails: Cordel de los Carboneros, Cutón Grande and Colada de la Atalaya.

This Iberian archaeological site abounds with Roman remains. The fountain itself may have been the reason for the emergence of settlements and their permanence over time. The fountain sits over underground water collection galleries that convey groundwater to an underground cistern from where it naturally flows down the slope to the fountain. 

Its origin is possibly due to a public urban improvement initiative implemented around 1927. It consists of a lower basin or pool with an octagonal shape and straight walls, built in red jasper stone, supporting a central square column, where the taps that supply water to the fountain are located. 

Located in the urban core of El Castillo de las Guardas, the fountain is valuable for its uniqueness and age, which likely dates back to the 16th century. It was the meeting place for the locals. It consists of a circular marble fountain with two pipes, a stone cap and a watering trough.