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Story of an Aquaduct |
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by Simran Vedvyas | 11-08-2017 01:54
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An aqueduct is a water supply or navigable channel constructed to convey water.
In modern engineering, the term is used for any system of pipes, ditches, canals, tunnels, and other structures used for this purpose. From Ancient Romans times till now The Romans constructed aqueducts to bring a constant flow of water from distant sources into cities and towns, supplying public baths, washrooms, fountains and private households. Waste water was removed by the sewage systems and released into nearby bodies of water, keeping the towns clean and free from noxious waste. Some aqueducts also served water for mining, processing, manufacturing, and agriculture. Aqueducts moved water through gravity alone, along a slight downward gradient within conduits of stone, brick or concrete. Most Roman aqueducts proved reliable, and durable some were maintained into the early modern era, and a few are still partly in use. |
 
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8 Comments
Simran, thank you for your report. An interesting report about aquaduct. It is very interesting that it started from so long time ago. For the next report, you could tell us about an aquaduct in your country.
Posted 14-08-2017 00:46
Hi Simran! Thanks for sharing your report on aquaduct.
Your report well explans the history of aquaduct, and effectively compares Roman system and now. Thanks again for informative report and looking forward to your next post!
Posted 13-08-2017 23:20
Thanks Aaditya
Posted 13-08-2017 05:20
Thanks Kabirah Ajina
Posted 13-08-2017 05:19
Welcome Razanamanana
Posted 13-08-2017 05:19
I honestly love the history behind aqueducts. Especially how the Romans turned them into pieces of art. Art work that doubles as an engineering feat. Simply beautiful.
Posted 11-08-2017 06:02
Thanks Simran for bringing up this unique part of Roman history, and reminding us of the expertise and nature friendly construction of those times. As you mentioned, few aqua ducts have withstood the test of time. The famous Trevi-fountain in Rome, for instance, is still fed by an aqua duct.
Posted 11-08-2017 05:56
Thank you for sharing. Until now, it is most usefull
Posted 11-08-2017 02:10