Ponte d'Augusto, Roman bridge in Rimini, Italy
Description
Ponte d'Augusto is a stone arch bridge spanning 74 meters (243 feet) across the Marecchia River in Rimini, Italy. Five arches support the deck, which is around 8.6 meters (28 feet) wide and built from pale Istrian stone blocks.
History
Augustus ordered construction to begin in 14 AD, but Tiberius continued the work until completion in 21 AD. For over two millennia the crossing served travelers, merchants, and armies without interruption.
Culture
The structure honors Augustus in its name, even though Tiberius oversaw the final stages. Local residents cross it daily while moving between the old town and outlying neighborhoods, with the pale stone arches visible in all weather.
Practical
Pedestrians may cross the bridge at any time, linking the old center with the Borgo San Giuliano neighborhood. Visitors looking to take photos can find spots along both riverbanks offering clear views of the entire construction.
Did you know?
In the second half of the 20th century this crossing remained the only one over the river after soldiers destroyed all other passages. The stone blocks still carry visible cuts and markings left by Roman stonemasons almost two millennia ago.
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