Aqueducts were costly public works, and not all Roman cities necessarily required them. Some cities, such as Pompeii, had their water needs met by wells or public and private cisterns dug beneath ...

When the aqueduct must flow higher than about five feet, Roman engineers should use an arcade rather than a wall. The arched arcades require less material than walls and don't interfere with the ...

The ancient Romans were great builders, especially known for their aqueducts. These are still standing today because they ...

The aqueduct, first built almost 2,000 years ago, was a vital part of Roman life in the Dorset town, supplying water for its public baths, fountains and wealthy households. Now the BU team has ...

What would Rome and the Roman Empire have been like without their aqueducts? What did these water bridges mean to their civilization? AICHER: The Romans could not have built cities as big as they ...

the stone arcades of aqueducts are a central feature of a classical Roman landscape that has appeared in iconic Italian films like “La Dolce Vita” and “La Grande Bellezza.” Roberto ...

The Roman Empire's enduring legacy has profoundly impacted modern politics, architecture, law, and culture. Yet, its origins ...

Mr. Clemens Herschel, who lectures this evening before the Engineering Society on "Roman Aqueducts," has a wide reputation as an expert in hydraulic engineering. He is a graduate of the Scientific ...