gallagherturleaqueducts

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home * circus maximus * slaves * nero * weapons of Roman Soldier * roman roads Aqueducts are a major part of everyday life in Ancient rome. Thats where the city. gets all of there water from. USe this guide to know everything you need to for you to survive in ancient Rome.  v The water flow is based on gravity.  v The aueducts themselves are at the highest point in    the city.  v Water can be brought from miles away using aqueducts.  v MAin demand of water is in public bathrooms.  v if you are a homeowner you would be chargedn on the size of the pipes.  v the pipes are made out of ceramic or lead, leather, and wood.  v Water supply also can be sent to private homes.  v a constant gradient is required because of gravity. These ancient aqueducts are very similar to our modern day plumbing system. Both have pipes that carry the water from one place to another. of course ours is more advanced, but for the time period Ancinet rome was very advanced.