Architecture under the ancient Romans flowed from their mammoth imagination to the magnificence of the buildings they created and constructed. The sheer innovation and beauty that characterizes this ancient architectural form attract tourists from all over the globe.  The ancient architectural feats stand testimony forcing even the most uninterested tourists to acknowledge the might of the Roman Empire. Though there are many phases and types of Roman architecture, today we will focus on the ancient one which harnessed a building material and style still used predominantly in modern architecture.

First Ones To Use Concrete

When exploring Roman dynasty or history through its buildings, statues or remains, travelers to the great sites may be surprised to know that the Romans were the first to use concrete in construction. Yes, mixing of concrete was a Roman idea that gave their buildings a texture that you and I can still feel today. It was their mastery over the correct concrete mixture that allowed them to construct buildings, palaces and arenas of massive weights. But, for the town of Cosa, where concrete began its journey, it was an achievement that has stood the test of time.

Impressive Arches

Arches are the other great contribution of ancient Romans to the world. The round arches were popularly used in constructing churches, amphitheaters, forts, bridges, etc. The great arches of the Colosseum and the Arch of Titus are just two examples of how this architectural detail was used to create beautiful buildings. However, the most significant and maybe a little whimsical for travelers exploring Roman architecture would be the use of arches for constructing aqueducts, a water supply system that was the hallmark of every Roman city.

Trying to sketch out the finer details of this great architecture in limited words is trying to collect the ocean in a beaker. But, by focusing only on the arches and concrete, the blog is trying to highlight features of ancient Roman architecture that continue to dominate modern structures.  So whether you visit these architectural marvels as a bored tourist or traveler eager to explore the mysteries, you need to be in awe of the design elements and the texture that we tend to take for granted today.