An aqueduct was an engineering masterpiece of ancient Rome, designed to transport fresh water from distant sources into cities and towns. These systems were made up of a series of pipes, channels, tunnels, and bridges that could span miles, often crossing valleys and mountains.
Aqueducts were essential for supplying water for public baths, fountains, households, and even for flushing sewers. The ability to provide a steady supply of clean water was one of the many ways Rome maintained its cities and supported a high standard of living.
The Aqua Claudia, completed in 52 AD, was one of Rome’s most impressive aqueducts, supplying water to the city from sources over 45 miles away.
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