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GreekThe Parthenon
(view from the west)448-432 B.C.
Acropolis, Athens
The Parthenon’s triangular pediment and columned portico
show classic Greek temple format.
Beginning in the 4th century B.C., Romans constructed huge
aquaducts to carry water for distances up to 50 miles.
These structures were built on continuous gradual declines to
transport water by force of gravity. Each arch
spanned 82 feet.
RomanThe Colosseum
A.D.70-82Rome, Italy
Originally called The Flavian Amphitheater after the Roman
Emperor Flavius
The Colosseum seated 50,000 spectators.
It was so efficiently laid out that it inspired
present day stadium design.
RomanThe PantheonA.D.118-125
Rome
Cubiculum (bedroom) from the Villa of P. Fannius
Synistor, ca. 40–30 B.C.;
Late Republican; Second Style
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