Etruscan Well (Perugia)

Italy / Umbria / Perugia
 historic landmark, water well
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37 metres deep and 5.60 wide, it was probably first devised as a cistern, before later being used to collect water from the underground springs. Built in the same period as the Etruscan walls, (3 rd century B.C.), the well, intended for public use, was accessible from the well-curb in Piazza Piccinino and was similar to other wells present in various parts of the Etruscan acropolis. It features a singular and sturdy trussed roof, made up of five monolithic blocks.

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Coordinates:   43°6'46"N   12°23'25"E
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