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Curiosities of ancient Rome (Monuments)
Monuments are curiosities dedicated to the preserved buildings, ruins, and material remains of the ancient Roman world. This category includes lesser-known facts, interesting details, and unusual information about Roman monuments, their history, function, and significance for understanding the history of the Roman Empire.
Piscina Mirabilis – Roman water reservoir
Piscina Mirabilis is one of the largest drinking water tanks built by ancient Romans. It is located on the west end of the Gulf of Naples, Italy.
Roman baths in Serbia
Remains of a Roman public baths in the Serbian town of Čačak. The bathhouse had several rooms, swimming pools with hot and cold water and a hypocaustum – a floor and wall heating system.
Portus Adurni
Portus Adurni is the best-preserved Roman fort north of the Alps. It was established in the 3rd century CE and is situated in Portsmouth (England).
Roman aqueduct in Zaghouan
Roman aqueduct in Zaghouan (Tunisia), built during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117-138 CE) to supply water from mount Djebel Zaghouan to Carthage. It was one of the longest aqueducts built by the ancient Romans – it provided water at a distance of 132 km.
Remains of Roman amphitheater in Serbia
Remains of a Roman amphitheatre in the ancient city of Viminacium, near Kostolac, Serbia. The object has been partially reconstructed based on the discoveries of archaeologists. Scientists rebuilt the wooden stands in the north-eastern part of the building and the eastern gate.
Baths of Caracalla were largest baths in empire
The Baths of Caracalla were the largest baths in the empire. Built in 216 CE the baths could simultaneously accommodate 1,500 people. The bathing plan was as follows: upon entering, you entered the bathhouse, then into the heated tepidarium room, preparing the body for hot baths in the caldarium.
Roman fort in Risingham
The remains of the earth from the Roman fort at Risingham (northern England), which was called Habitancum in Roman times. Its purpose was to defend the crossing of the Rede River. It was established in about 139 CE and was abandoned in the 4th century CE. The facility could accommodate a detachment of up to 1,000 people.
