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Zaječar on the Verge of Losing Its Centuries-Old Treasure: Will the Most Beautiful Artesian Fountains of Serbia Soon Become Mere Silent Monuments of the Rich Past?
Zaječar is known for numerous artesian fountains that have been providing fresh water to citizens for more than a century. The number of active fountains has significantly decreased from around a hundred to around thirty, which threatens the tradition and availability of this resource. While in the modern world the rational use and preservation of natural resources is increasingly discussed, Zaječar stands out as one of the few cities in Europe …
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Zaječar is known for numerous artesian fountains that have been providing fresh water to citizens for more than a century. The number of active fountains has significantly decreased from around a hundred to around thirty, which threatens the tradition and availability of this resource. While in the modern world the rational use and preservation of natural resources is increasingly discussed, Zaječar stands out as one of the few cities in Europe …