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    Walking Italy’s Roman Roads: Timeless Lessons in Resilience

    Italy’s Roman roads are more than just ancient relics—they’re marvels of innovation. Take the Via Appia Antica, for example. Built in 312 BC, it connected Rome to southern Italy, facilitating trade, military movement, and communication.

    When I walked the Via Appia, the dreamer in me imagined the merchants and travelers of the past. My practical side marveled at the layered design that’s still used in modern roads today. And my reflective side thought about how these roads are metaphors for building lasting connections.

    Their construction reminds us that when we design for longevity, we create something that can outlast generations.

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    Etching of Via Appia Antica” by Giovanni Battista Piranesi. Courtesy of Look and Learn.

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    Sophia Bennett is an art historian and freelance writer with a passion for exploring the intersections between nature, symbolism, and artistic expression. With a background in Renaissance and modern art, Sophia enjoys uncovering the hidden meanings behind iconic works and sharing her insights with art lovers of all levels.

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