Washing places
The construction of the first washing places improved working conditions for women, who had previously worked in rivers and small streams, outdoors, using stone or wooden boards.
Although they were built by men, it was women who used and maintained them, taking care of cleaning and whitewashing the walls.
The washing places were a place for women to meet and socialise. The architectural features associated with both fountains and washing places are of great socio-spatial value and interest.
Washing place Fountain del Cerrillo
It has a rectangular ground plan with windows and doors featuring semicircular arches. It has eight washing basins. From here, there is a magnificent view of the different places of interest in Pampaneira and El Veleta peak.
Washing place Fountain de Lavar
It has a rectangular ground plan and was built in the 19th century. It consists of six washing basins. The building is made of masonry with a flat slate roof and slate eaves.
