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| 3D MAHARAJAH'S WELL |
Friday, January 27, 2012 |
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Well Bore:
Brown
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Clay |
White
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Chalk |
Yellow
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Sand |
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Water |
| The red arrows mark 50 foot intervals below ground level. |
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| To view the 3D Model above a VRML Plugin is required. On some browsers this may install automatically. If it does not then please click on this link to see the 3D Well. The download take about 2 minutes on a standard modem. |
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In 1863 when the gold domed well was opened for use, people flocked on foot, horseback and on carts to see, let alone use, this unusual and opulent structure. It was all the more curious as it was the gift of the Maharajah of Benares. Today it still attracts many visitors simply because it is a beautiful thing to see, has a fascinating history and is in a pretty garden setting.
Access to the well environs is free at all times, including Bank Holidays and weekends. There is a box containing an informative booklet plus a donation facility on site. |
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