As a tour guide, it’s fun to show off Europe’s gargoyles. But it’s rare to actually show them in action — not scaring away evil spirits, but spewing rainwater away from their buildings. Yes, gargoyles are actually storm drains in disguise. When we designed our building here in Edmonds 15 years ago, we included eight of these ugly guys — which I believe are the only functioning gargoyles in greater Seattle. Here’s a little clip showing them actually working like the rest of us.
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It looks great, but I can’t hear the water or narration.
Hi,
I’ll make a point of looking for them when I’m there in January for the travel alums week. Maybe they will have icicles on them.
Welcome Home,
Jeff
We were lucky enough to see the gargoyles doing their work as drain spouts on the Notre Dame in Paris in 2006. It was amazing & many of us were drenched! Thanks for reminding my of a great memory.
I’ve worked in this building for 15 years and never knew this!
What a terrific idea, for such a wet climate. Nice touch!