Aqua Virgo Aqueduct
The aqueduct Aquae Virgo (Virgin Water) was built in 19 BC to supply water to the Baths of Agrippa, the first public baths opened in Rome. The name comes from…
The Aqua Virgo Aqueduct, a remarkable Roman water transportation system commissioned by Marcus Agrippa in 19 BC, was a vital settlement that supplied fresh water to the city of Rome. Stretching over 21 kilometers, this aqueduct originated from the Salone Springs and served the Baths of Agrippa and the Fountain of Trevi. The Aqua Virgo Aqueduct stands as a testament to the Romans’ engineering prowess and their commitment to providing clean water to the city’s public baths and fountains.