The ruin of a huge old Moorish waterwheel in Córdoba, saved as a reminder of the past:
Old waterwheel, Cordoba
These water wheels were used to pump water from the river into the gardens of the caliph’s Palace.
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How old do you reckon it is? At least 16th century? This is what I am looking for when I travel. Ruins, with good vantage point and photogenic. I appreciate this entry a lot!
I haven’t been able to find much information od dates, other than that it was built in medieval times….. The wheel itself is a reconstruction, of course! Glad you like this, Paula!
Good to hear that they are going to preserve it.
Absolutely!
Nice to see this preserved, Sue. It must be very old, so is in good condition, considering its age.
Best wishes, Pete.
Well, a lot of these were apparently destroyed….until the town realised there was value in keeping some of these historic artefacts! The wheel itself is a reconstruction, it would never have survived from medieval times!
The Caliph’s palace, so that’s why it’s so grand!
Indeed
A great shot. I love water wheels, and the enclosure is pretty splendid too. The photo itself looks old too. I’ve only encountered waterwheels once, in Syria around Hama, on an early morning walk. They are sure not to be there now, tragically.
The photo looks old, Meg, due to some wizardry by one of the filters in Snapseed…..I thought it fit this subject!
Great Photo! Interesting piece of history!
Thank you!
Spectacular photo !
It was interesting
Missed that one! Good for you, Sue 🙂
Found something you didn’t, Jo!!
🙂