Weather History
The weather has been of interest to man and beast throughout the ages. Both the old weather instruments and the people who invented them or used them are interesting.
The Tower of the WindsThe Tower of the Winds is one of the most famous buildings that is the do with the weather. It is very old and shows that people have always been interested in the weather. The weather has always affected peopel's lives. This was even more the case in the days before we could preserve food easily, and purchase it easily from shops. Find out more on the Tower of the Winds page. |
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Weather GlassRises and falls in air pressure can be seen using this beautiful device. When the air pressure is high the water will be low in the spout. This may bring fine weather. When the water is high, or when it even spills over, the air pressure is low and bad weather may follow. This is a very ornamental weather tool. This Modern reproduction one even has a drip tray for spills. |
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