Cistern

(Mazagan), El Jadida, Morocco (1514) is in the source of the water: A cistern collects fresh water where a well draws from groundwater. A cistern ( ; , ; ) is a waterproof receptacle for holding liquids, usually water. Cisterns are often built to catch and store rainwater. To prevent leakage, the interior of the cistern is often lined with hydraulic plaster. Cisterns are distinguished from wells by their waterproof linings. Modern cisterns range in capacity from a few liters to thousands of cubic meters, effectively forming covered reservoirs.

(Mazagan), El Jadida, Morocco (1514) is in the source of the water: A cistern collects fresh water where a well draws from groundwater. A cistern ( ; , ; ) is a waterproof receptacle for holding liquids, usually water. Cisterns are often built to catch and store rainwater. To prevent leakage, the interior of the cistern is often lined with hydraulic plaster. Cisterns are distinguished from wells by their waterproof linings. Modern cisterns range in capacity from a few liters to thousands of cubic meters, effectively forming covered reservoirs. ==Bathing== In some southeast Asian countries such as Malaysia and Indonesia showers are traditionally taken by pouring water over one's body with a dipper (this practice comes from before piped water was common). Many bathrooms even in modern houses are constructed with a small cistern to hold water for bathing by this method. ==Gallery== ==See also== History of water supply and sanitation Ancient water conservation techniques List of Roman cisterns ==References== ==External links== Old House Web - Historic Water Conservation.

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