Whispering Wall
The curved dam wall of the Barossa Reservoir, famous for carrying a whisper clearly from one end to the other.
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Whispering Wall - frequently asked questions
What is the Whispering Wall?
The Whispering Wall is the curved dam wall of the Barossa Reservoir, completed in 1903. Its concave shape carries sound along the face of the wall, so a whisper at one end can be heard clearly at the other, around 140 metres away.
How does the Whispering Wall work?
The dam’s smooth, curved concrete face reflects and channels sound waves along its surface rather than letting them disperse into the open air, allowing even a quiet voice to travel the full length of the wall.
Is the Whispering Wall free to visit?
Yes. The Whispering Wall reserve is free to enter and has a car park, picnic areas and interpretive signage. It is located in the hills near Williamstown at the southern end of the Barossa.
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- ADB Williamstown Barossa Res whispering wall 2.jpg by User:Orderinchaos , CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons