Incredible that such places are still in such a great state of preservation. It must make one feel they are in the presence of something much larger than ourselves to be in the presence of such architectural remains. Here in the US there isn't much in the way of such things as you know.
A communal toilet must have been the place to sit down with your neighbor and catch up on some hot gossip.
I laughed at this, as I prefer quiet and privacy. I'd be like dude, be quiet and let me finish in peace, hahaha.
In the US i 100% recommend Chaco Canyon, one of those places that give you that real awww, older and done by native Americans.
This is a perfect story that you have shared and a great one.
This wasn't my post so you may wish to comment to the author. Perhaps you can share with him how it inspired you.