The ancient Romans weren’t just great at conquering lands—they were also engineering geniuses.  Their secret weapon?
Let’s explore this ancient Rome’s engineering marvel. Perhaps the most important reason the Pantheon still stands is the unique concrete used by Roman builders. Rather than relying on what we ...
The ancient Romans were masters of building and engineering, perhaps most famously represented by the aqueducts.
"Ever since I first began working with ancient Roman concrete, I've always been fascinated by these features," MIT professor of civil and environmental engineering Admir Masic said in a news release.
Etruscan civilization predated the Roman Empire by hundreds of years, and as such, the Romans were influenced by many ...
Eventually, in 106 AD, the Roman Empire took control of Petra ... remains one of the most impressive achievements of ancient engineering. Today, Petra’s ancient water system reminds us of ...
You can't help but feel awe-struck by the Romans' bold achievements as you stand before this masterpiece of ancient engineering. Built in the first century, the aqueduct of Segovia – now a UNESCO ...
The aqueduct, lying just 80cm below the surface, is constructed from stone with a base lined with Roman bricks (tegulae), arranged to create a gradual slope towards the chateau. Measuring 91cm in ...