Fascinating Facts For Kids
Facts About Ancient Rome
A few "Fascinating Facts About Ancient Rome"..........
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At the height of the Roman Empire, Rome was the largest city in the world with a population of around 500,000. The wealth of Rome could be seen in its many magnificent buildings and monuments.
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The most recognizable item of clothing in Ancient Rome was the "toga", which was worn by important male citizens. The toga was a piece of material around 20 feet (6 m) long that was wrapped around the body and draped over the shoulder. Most people disliked the toga because it was heavy and uncomfortable, but emperors like to wear them because they looked so distinctive.
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The people of Ancient Rome needed a constant supply of water for drinking and bathing. The Ancient Romans built a huge system of pipes to carry water from the lakes and rivers in the hills that surrounded Rome.
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