The Appian Way — Rome’s gateway to the East — was Europe’s first super highway and the wonder of its day. Built in 312 B.C., it connected Rome with Capua (near Naples), running in a ...

The Appian Way, begun in 312 BC, was the engineering wonder of its day. It connected Rome with Capua (near Naples), ignoring natural contours and running in a straight line for much of the way.

by Rick Steves, September 26, 2024 | The Appian Way—built by Romans in 312 BC—still stands in many places, including at a park in Rome. A visit offers a glimpse into life 2,000 years ago.

And the Appian Way, begun in 312 BC, was the engineering wonder of its day. It connected Rome with Capua (near Naples), ignoring natural contours and running in a straight line for much of the way.

ROME (AP) - In ancient times, chariot-racing was a favorite spectator sport along the Via Appia Antica, the old Appian Way. Today, watching joggers and bikers might be the 21st-century equivalent ...

ROME - In ancient times, chariot-racing was a favorite spectator sport along the Via Appia Antica, the old Appian Way. Today, watching joggers and cyclists might be the 21st-century equivalent for ...

FILE - A man jogs on the ancient roman Appian Way in Rome, Friday, Dec. 11, 2020. Italys ancient Roman Appian Way was admitted to the UNESCO World Heritage List on Saturday, July 27 2024, becoming ...

Stretching from the heart of Rome into the Italian countryside, the Appian Way is more than just a road—it’s a path through history. Built over 2,000 years ago, this ancient highway carried ...

The Appian Way, constructed in 312 BC, has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. As Rome's first highway, it played a crucial role in military and trade functions, showcasing Roman ...

A 2,000-year-old stretch of Roman Road, which connects to the famous Appian Way, is accessible to restaurant-goers at Rome’s Frattocchie McDonald’s. Superintendency for Archaeology, Fine Arts ...

The Appian Way - Rome's gateway to the East - was Europe's first super highway and the wonder of its day. Built in 312 B.C., it connected Rome with Capua (near Naples), running in a straight line ...