Roman walls of Barcelona
Roman walls of Barcelona, Roman defensive wall in Gothic Quarter, Spain
Description
The Roman walls of Barcelona are an ancient fortification system surrounding the city's historic center with multiple rectangular towers. The structure combines stone with concrete cores and was built and reinforced over an extended period.
History
The original wall was built in the early centuries after Christ to protect the settlement. It was later expanded to withstand new threats from outside.
Culture
The preserved sections show how Romans built with regular stone blocks fitted together in visible patterns. You can see how they created durable structures using straightforward methods that have lasted to today.
Practical
The walls are visible at several spots throughout the old city, especially accessible next to the cathedral. You can walk along the stones on foot and explore different sections and their conditions.
Did you know?
A medieval chapel was built directly on top of the Roman stones, merging two different historical periods into one structure. This stacking shows how later generations reused and respected the older foundations.
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