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Is the Pont Du Gard of cultural or natural significance?
The Pont du Gard is a World Heritage site. It is the tallest Roman aqueduct, and one of the greatest examples of Roman engineering. It certainly has significance.
Who built the Pont Du Gard and when?
People aren't sure who built it, we used to think it was Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa in 19 BC, but now new excavations say mid 1st century and we don't know who would build it then. I have to write a paper on the stupid bridge!
What is the Pont du Gard built of?
The Pont Du Gard is made entirely from stone (brick).
How old is the aqueduct at nimes?
The most accurate answer to your question would be "as long as it took". The time spent on constructing an aqueduct depended upon its length, and type and the terrain it had to cover. The Romans were highly efficient builders and organizers and the military did most of the building of the aqueducts, roads, bridges, etc. As most aqueducts were under ground, it was basically a matter of digging and lining and the project could be finished very quickly. The above ground aqueducts took slightly more time as the arches and supports had to be constructed.
What is the origin of the word pedigree?
Pedigree came from the 15th century French pe du gru. See the related link below for more.
