Acquedotto Felice - Free Audio Guide
Rome, Lazio, Italy
Acquedotto Felice, Via Laurenzana, Quarto Miglio, Municipio Roma VII, Roma, Roma Capitale, Lazio, 00178, Italia
The Acquedotto Felice, known as Aqua Felix, is an important Renaissance aqueduct constructed in 1587 under the direction of Pope Sixtus V. This remarkable structure showcases the engineering prowess of the time, stretching approximately 30 km to deliver water from the countryside to central Rome. Visitors can admire its grand arches and subterranean tunnels while exploring its significance in Rome's water supply following the fall of the Western Roman Empire. The site is open to tourists, ideal for those interested in history and architecture. Be sure to check for updated visiting hours and admission fees.