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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.
What is the population of Vers-Pont-du-Gard?
The population of Vers-Pont-du-Gard is 1,653.
When was ES Uzès Pont du Gard created?
ES Uzès Pont du Gard was created in 2005.
What is the area of Vers-Pont-du-Gard?
The area of Vers-Pont-du-Gard is 19.14 square kilometers.
Do cars drive over the Pont du Gard in France today?
no, no vehicle can drive over the pont du Gard today.
Were is the pont du gard located?
England
How do you build a model of the pont du gard?
with clay
Why was pont du gard important?
because its special
Who built the pont Du gard?
The Pont du Gard was built by the Romans around the 1st century AD. It served as an aqueduct to carry water across the Gardon River in southern France.
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.
What recource is inside the pont du gard?
a water pipe for nimes
What is le pont du guard?
'le pont du Gard' (no 'u') is a 2000-year old Roman aqueduct in southern France
What is the name of a city in south France where the Pont du Gard viaduct may be found?
the Pont du Grad is located near Nimes in Southern France. The little towns of Beaucaire and Tarascon are close to the bridge which stands in a small village called 'Vers-Pont-Du-Gard'
