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Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh Live
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Kris Gourlay

The abandoned Edinburgh building that played an incredible role in our city's history

When we drink water and have a shower every day, we don't often think about where the water is actually coming from.

In terms of Edinburgh, one little secluded building in Comiston was the city's first source of piped water, with five springs within the four stone walls helping supply the capital with water during the 17th century.

The Comiston Springs Water House, unfortunately, is now disused and has been the subject of vandalism and graffiti since serving its purpose.

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