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I want to have a question about the Roman roads. I have listened a lot and read about the roman road and have often gone on to think that what is so special about these types of roads. For this reason I would like to have some authentic information about the Roman roads.
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The Roman roads are known to be built by the engineers of ancient Rome. Basically they are unparalleled network of roads in the ancient world. Approximately 50,000 miles or 80,000 kilometers of roads spanned the Roman Empire, spreading its legions, culture and immense influence throughout the known world. The old saying "all roads lead to Rome", simply couldn't have been truer. Rome was the hub of commerce, trade, politics, culture and military might in the Mediterranean, and the grand achievement of her road network all led directly to the city and back out to her many territories. Like most major Roman fortifications and public works, Roman roads were primarily built by the legions themselves, as they stretched the frontiers. Engineers were regular members of the Roman army and their expertise in roads, forts and bridge building was an invaluable asset unmatched by any other culture for 2 millennia. Estimating the cost of road building varies dramatically depending on the era and terrain, but there is no question regarding the cost effectiveness. As Roman generals marched with their legions, they were expected to provide road construction from their own resources. Hence, the Roman road building continued and was well maintained, until economic decline and external pressure began to give way.
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