The Augustus Fountain, Augsburg, Germany
September 30, 2026
An elaborate 16th century fountain marks a remarkable feat of engineering
An elaborate 16th century fountain marks a remarkable feat of engineering
Completed in 1869 to mark completion of the canal that brought fresh clean water to the growing city. Its flanking pavilions house museums
Connecting a water hose so truck can pump water to rooftop tanks
Rodents and crustaceans from other areas are giving Dutch water authorities big headaches