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29-DEC-2012

Roman city of Aquincum

This city was built at the beginning of the second century A.D. and was excavated in the 19th century. We often pass this site but have never stopped, so we did last weekend. Unfortunately, it was closed until April, so we were just able to view it from the perimeter. This is a closer view of the Neo-Classical museum that appeared in the previous image.

As Jola discovered, it was the most northeasterly city in the Roman Empire and had around 30,000 to 40,000 inhabitants. People had central heating in their homes, public baths and rich palaces as well as an amphitheater for gladiator combats.

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Chris Morton04-Jan-2013 21:37
those Romans certainly got around and made themselves at home
bill friedlander04-Jan-2013 19:16
The Romans sure knew what they were doing. Great view and the light is wonderful. V
Kim04-Jan-2013 19:09
Great shot of this historic place! V
John Reynolds LRPS04-Jan-2013 18:51
Interesting scene. The Romans were very advanced for their time!
rousselziak04-Jan-2013 17:40
Excellent capture ! -V-