jagüel 27
The word jagüel, in Argentine Patagonia at least refers to a well between 1.50 and 2.50 meters. diameter approximately circular in shape and of variable depth; that can range from three or four meters to 50, 60 or more, depending on the region. In dry areas used it as sole means of storing water from underground water, which are then raised to the mouth of the well by means of pumps or farms and Mills already on the surface, stored in tanks for the purpose.His excavation was and still continues in the traditional way, with peaks, shovels and wedges of steel to penetrate the stone. It is interesting to record before the digging of the well, usually count on the services of a rabdomante which, thanks to the dowsing points out the exact location where to dig.The jagüel differs from the cistern as the latter serves, usually to store water from the rain. Likewise are often " " fit to prevent landslides, with bricks or other material.
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