Water Pump - Sigulda Medieval Castle - Sigulda, Latvia - Hand Operated Water Pumps on Waymarking.com

This hand pump is very different from the types you usually come across. It has a very short handle, but it still must be pumped for water to emerge. It's still working and in use.

The following information about the Sigulda Medieval Castle is from Wikipedia (visit link) :

"Sigulda Medieval Castle ruins are located on the edge of the Gauja valley in Latvia. The original castle was built in 1207 as a castellum type fortress, later rebuilt into a convent type building. The residence of the Land Marshal of the Livonian Order since 1432.

Due to its importance as a tourist attraction, the old castle walls have been fortified many times in the 20th century. The castle reopened its walls to visitors in 2012 and now encourages everyone to step back in time and enjoy the surroundings that bore witness to many historical events. It is possible to climb up the North Tower, the Main Gate Tower and enjoy the medieval aura."

Is it Working: yes Nearest Address: Siguldas pilsēta Sigulda, Latvia How to find.: From the parking lot, walk behind the Sigulda New Castle and you'll see the entrance for the Sigulda Medieval Castle. As you enter the main entrance to the Sigulda Medieval Castle ruins, turn left and walk about 50 yards. Visiting Restrictions: You must pay a fee to enter the castle grounds: adult/child = €1.50/€0.80. The castle grounds are open as follows: May-Sep: 9am-8pm Oct: 9am-5pm Mon-Fri, to 8pm Sat & Sun Nov-Apr: 9am-5pm Good place to park: Not Listed Does this pump have a presence on the internet?: Not listed

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