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Aurelian Walls
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| A wall commissioned by Aurelian, the 30th Emperor of Rome, in 271 A.D. The wall was deemed necessary, as the old wall, the Republican or Servian Wall, built by Servius Tullius, was in ruin, and no longer surrounded the city in its entirety. The threat of a barbarian army overrunning Rome did not sit well with the Emperor, so he endeavored to build an impedance strong enough to stop any crowd of invaders. The wall was completed in 275 A.D. several months after Aurelian had been assassinated by his officers. Upon completion the new wall ran for more than twelve miles around Rome. It was 60 feet high and built of brick-faced concrete. Large square towers were created every 100 roman feet. |
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Explore the Aurelian Walls route and plan your visit to the ancient Rome. |
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Read a short article describing the Aurelian Walls history and features. |
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View some images illustrating the remains of the once protective Aurelian Walls. |
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