I have become really fascinated by Sydney's history, especially since it is only a little over 200 years old. Unlike Europe where you have ancient mixed with very new, especially in terms of architecture, in Sydney you have neighborhoods that have been around just a few years, including Darling Harbour, which was built in 2002.
So it's been exciting to spot these antique water fountains, still in use and scattered around the city. Nothing like filling up your water canteen for free on a really hot day.