Pons Fabricius
Ponte Fabricio · 로마
oldest Roman bridge in Rome, Italy, still existing in its original state
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
You are standing before the Pons Fabricius, or as the locals call it, the Ponte dei Quattro Capi. This is not just any bridge; it is the oldest Roman bridge in Rome that still exists in its original state. …
Listen in the app2The Quattro Capi — The Two-Faced Janus Herms
As you begin your walk across the bridge, your attention is immediately drawn to the two marble pillars on the parapet. These are the two-faced Janus Herms, which give the bridge its modern name, Ponte dei Quattro Capi, or the…
Listen in the app3The Fabricius Inscription — A Legacy in Latin
Look closely at the travertine stone above the arches. You will see an original Latin inscription that is remarkably clear for its age. …
Listen in the app4Engineering the Arches — Tuff, Brick, and Travertine
To truly appreciate the Pons Fabricius, we must consider its materiality. The core of the bridge is constructed from tuff, a volcanic stone that was plentiful in the Roman region and provided a sturdy, flexible base. …
Listen in the app5The Flood Walls — 19th Century Preservation
As you look along the banks of the river, you will notice the massive stone embankment walls that frame the Tiber. These were built in the late 1870s to protect the city from the devastating floods that had plagued Rome for…
Listen in the app6A View of Tiber Island and Pons Cestius
Standing on the midpoint of the bridge, look westward toward the center of the island and the bridge that continues on the other side. That is the Pons Cestius, built around 46 BC by Lucius Cestius. …
Listen in the app7The Materiality of Survival — Travertine and History
Take a moment to look down at the pavement beneath your feet. While the surface has been repaved many times, the structure supporting it has not changed since the first century BC. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we reach the end of our crossing into Tiber Island, take a moment to look back at the eastern bank of the river. The Pons Fabricius is more than just a means of crossing the water; it is a time machine. …
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What is Pons Fabricius?
Pons Fabricius is a place in 로마 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 로마 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 41.8910, 12.4782 |
| Last updated |
