Cooling of the water took place due to evaporation of water through the porous texture of the pot.
Clay pots for water storage.
Water stored in clay pots remained cool and extremely soothing.
The filter on top is filled with water which drips down into the storage vessel.
Most importantly it was considered to be quite healthy as well.
An olla pot is an unglazed ceramic pot or jar used for storing food and water.
In some rural areas water is transported in clay pots but in most areas water is transported in plastic containers and then stored in clay pots.
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They hold 8 10 liters of water and are placed snugly over a storage vessel which could be a bucket or another clay pot.
More modern versions of ollas may be glazed and can include lids to look more like casserole dishes.
Mentioned below are 11 amazing benefits of drinking clay water from a clay pot.
Used from ancient rome spain and the american southwest olla was a handmade clay vessel used for storage.
In many cultures clay pots are the preferred storage container because as water evaporates through the clay the water inside the container is cooled.
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The filters based on the potters for peace model are less so but just as effective.