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Initiation Well

Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra, Portugal. This well, resembling an inverted tower, descends approximately 27 meters into the earth and is not used for water collection but rather for symbolic purposes, possibly related to initiation rituals. The well features a winding staircase with multiple levels, and the bottom is adorned with a compass over a Templar cross.

Sintra Portugal

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Uploaded on May 7, 2025
Taken on June 5, 2023