Noria
Al-Bashriyya Al-Kubra Noria
Great Al-Bashriyya, Al-Bashriyyat Wheel
Intermittently RotatingAl-Bashriyat Group (The Four Norias)
Location
On Al-Shari'a Road at Al-Hadid Bridge within the famous 'Four Norias' complex.
Surroundings
Orontes RiverAl-Hadid Iron BridgeLesser Al-BashriyyaTwin Ottoman NoriasAl-Shari'a Garden
Historical evolution
Third largest noria in Hama at 19m diameter, boasting the highest number of water boxes (150) for massive irrigation output.
Folk stories
Harmonious roaring soundscape merging with the three adjacent waterwheels, creating Hama's most celebrated river acoustic ensemble.
Social life
Historically: Irrigating extensive Shari'a groves. Currently: The centerpiece of Hama's most popular riverside leisure park.
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