Fountain of the 25 Spouts
Symbol of the hydraulic heritage of the City of Water
Summary
A monumental fountain with 25 water spouts fed by a natural spring, symbol of Loja's hydraulic heritage. Its constant flow reflects the rich underground water table.
Summary
The Fuente de los 25 Caños (Fountain of the 25 Spouts), also called Fuente de la Mora, is a 17th-century work later remodelled: a simple ground-level basin from which twenty-five spouts flow. It stands in the Alfaguara quarter, next to the old municipal wash-house.
What you'll see here
- •The twenty-five spouts aligned over a ground-level basin, of great architectural simplicity.
- •The complex together with the adjoining historic wash-house, in the Alfaguara quarter.
- •Water in motion as the central element of the public space, not as decoration.
Why it matters in Loja
It's the symbol of Loja as the «city of water». It's listed in Andalusia's springs inventory, within Loja's urban area and the Upper Genil basin: it isn't a decorative fountain, it's part of the water system that supplied the city.
How it fits into your visit
It's visited together with the Lavadero de la Alfaguara, at the same stop: they are the two pieces of the same complex. We do not assume the water is drinkable; rely only on the site's official signage.
Cultural note
The best-known symbol of Loja's nickname as 'City of Water'. Its spring has never dried up in recorded history.
Did you know?
Loja has over 100 catalogued natural springs. This water abundance made the city a strategic settlement since antiquity.
What not to miss
The sound of water gushing from the 25 spouts and the freshness of the natural spring.
Visitor tip
Come close and listen to the 25 spouts — one of Loja's most special moments. If you want to drink, check the official signage on site first.