Hadrian's Wall, Roman fortification in England
Hadrian's Wall, also known as the Roman Wall, is a former defensive fortification of the Roman province of Britannia.
Built by the Romans in AD 122 during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, it was the northernmost boundary of the Roman Empire.
The wall has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 and is an important symbol of British history.
Today, it is a popular tourist destination with several museums and visitor centers along its length.
Despite being over 1,800 years old, significant portions of the wall remain intact.
Location: Northumberland
Location: Cumbria
Inception: 122
Creator: Hadrian
Height: 3.5 m
Width: 1.8 m
Website: english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/hadrians-wall
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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