Holburngirl

By Holburngirl

Easily Missed

Well O’Spa is the name given to a 15th century well in the centre of Aberdeen. It is known as Callirhoe in ancient texts. The ferrous mineral quality of the water is due to a geological feature. On the face of the pediment are figures of the rising sun, the thistle the rose and a fleur de leys. In addition an inscription” As heaven gives to me so I give to thee”. Situated now in front of the crumbling 1960s Denburn Car Park . Oh dear !

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