The first public aqueduct predates Rome by centuries
Centuries before Rome, Assyrian King Sennacherib built the world's first public aqueduct around 700 BC, supplying vital water to the bustling city of Nineveh.
Around 700 BC, Assyrian King Sennacherib engineered the world's first known public aqueduct, bringing fresh water to Nineveh, his empire's capital. This incredible 65-kilometer system of canals, stone channels, and arched aqueducts transformed the city, supporting its vast population and lush gardens.
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