Aqueduto do Convento de Cristo

Spanning across the verdant landscapes of Tomar, the Aqueduto do Convento de Cristo is an impressive specimen of 16th-century Portuguese architecture. Built to supply water to the Convent of Christ, the aqueduct originally stretched over 6 kilometers, with its highest arches reaching up to 30 meters. The balanced alignment of the arches against the rolling green backdrop makes for a compelling composition, offering an interesting study in symmetry and depth. The structure is best photographed during the golden hours when the sunlight casts a warm glow on the stone edifice. Pack a wide-angle lens to capture the full stretch of the aqueduct and a telephoto lens to zoom in on the architectural details. (Tomar, Santarém District, Portugal)