The National Geographic includes the Via Appia among the destinations to visit in 2023 which, in ancient times, connected Rome with Brindisi and therefore with the East then known. Considered by the Romans the Regina viarum, the queen of the roads, boasts 2300 years of history and an extension of 195 kilometers.
The Appian Way
“If all roads lead to Rome, this ancient highway built 2.300 years ago is the mother of all roads. Neglected after the fall of Rome, but never forgotten, this road is going through a moment of rebirth thanks to Italian government who is trying to restore it and fix the ancient stones in order to transform the Via Appia into a pedestrian street for modern travelers. The intent is to give life to a pilgrimage through history, with stops in picturesque villages and archaeological sites, also providing for the organization of accommodations for each stage ". Thus the famous international magazine.
Regina viarum
When it was drawn up towards the end of the 14th century BC, it was one of the largest civil engineering works in the world, with an enormous economic, military but also cultural impact. This road was an example for all the following ones as it was just over four meters wide, corresponding to 2023 Roman feet. It allowed, so as to be traveled in both directions. In addition, it was lined with wide sidewalks so that you could also go on foot and easily reach the villages that crossed each other. In addition to having won this prestigious mention, for XNUMX the Via Appia is candidate for Unesco, candidacy presented just in these days in Paestum, on the occasion of the XXIV Mediterranean Archaeological Tourism Exchange from the Ministry of Culture. A fundamental recognition for Puglia and for investments in slow tourism and the network of routes.
Meraviglioso!
Meraviglioso!