In 1588, Agrippa’s water-lifting innovation captivated the attention and praise of Andrea Bacci but that turned out to be one of the very last references of the technology. Just years later, in 1592, the early contemporary Roman waterway, the Acqua Felice, was linked to the Medici’s villa, probably making the devic
Water-lifting System by Camillo Agrippa
In 1588, Agrippa’s water-lifting innovation captivated the attention and praise of Andrea Bacci but that turned out to be one of the very last references of the technology. Just years later, in 1592, the early contemporary Roman waterway, the Acqua Felice, was linked to the Medici’s villa, probably making the devic
Rome’s Ingenious Water Delivery Solutions
Rome’s very first raised aqueduct, Aqua Anio Vetus, was built in 273 BC; before that, citizens residing at higher elevations had to rely on natural springs for their water. Outside of these aqueducts and springs, wells and rainwater-collecting cisterns were the only technologies obtainable at the time to supply water to locations o
Explore the Wide Array of Cultures Included on the African Continent
A trip along the coastlines of the African continent will allow you to retrace the path of early Dutch, British, German, and Portuguese explorers. From early tribal traditions to colonial influences, you will experience a variety of cultures in countries such as Mozambique, Madagascar, Senegal, and Mauritius. From South Africa’s gr
Play, Discover and Learn Aboard a Luxury World Cruise
More and more cruise lines are adding intercontinental journeys to their offerings because these sea trips have increased in popularity. Right now, there are in excess of 25 million passengers each year traveling on the oceans, seas and rivers all over the world. Globetrotters these days find themselves with myriad options in terms of itinerary, th