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Fuente de Lavapatas

Fuente de Lavapatas is an archaeological site where carvings were made on the rocky bed of a stream. The visit focuses on the relationship between stone and water, with an uphill route toward Alto de Lavapatas.

Fuente de Lavapatas
Photo by Bernard Gagnon Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
The place

What makes it special

  • Carvings made directly on the rocky bed of a stream.
  • A close view of the combined work of stone and water.
  • The uphill route to Alto de Lavapatas is a central part of the visit.
Fuente de Lavapatas
Photo by Diana Herrera Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 1.0
Fuente de Lavapatas
Photo by Karolynaroca Source: Wikimedia Commons Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
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Fuente de Lavapatas

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Guides to this place

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Stone sculptures and a funerary mound at Mesita A in San Agustín Archaeological Park.

Two days across San Agustín and Isnos archaeological parks

Three parks, funerary mounds and monumental sculptures: a measured visit to understand what changes from San Agustín to Isnos and what to check before setting out.

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Profile updated: 13/09/2026