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The Great Reservoir at the archaeological site of Delos
Parissis Romylos
Colour photographic view of the Great Cistern of the Theatre on Delos, photographed by R. Parissis in 1976. Depicted is the rectangular underground structure with stone walls and a series of parallel stone arches that supported the original roof, allowing the collection and storage of rainwater from the cavea of the neighbouring theatre. At the lowest level the stagnant water can be seen.
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Date:
1976
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