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[frinsek]

Ostia Antica, Rome - Italy The ancient city of Ostia owes its existence to the proximity of the Tiber and the sea. Once the course of the river was different from the current one and ran along the north side of the town, while now it only touches a short stretch to the west. Even the sea, in ancient times, was closer than today. According to tradition, the king of Rome Anco Marzio founded Ostia around 620 BC to exploit the salt flats at the mouth of the Tiber. With the dominance of Rome on the Mediterranean (2nd century BC), Ostia became a river port and the main mercantile emporium of the capital. La antigua ciudad de Ostia debe su existencia a la proximidad del Tíber y el mar. Una vez el curso del río era diferente al actual y corría por el lado norte de la ciudad, mientras que ahora solo toca un pequeño tramo hacia el oeste. Incluso el mar, en la antigüedad, estaba más cerca que hoy. Según la tradición, el rey de Roma Anco Marzio fundó Ostia alrededor del 620 a.C. para explotar las salinas de la desembocadura del Tíber. Con el dominio de Roma sobre el Mediterráneo (siglo II a.C.), Ostia se convirtió en puerto fluvial y principal emporio mercantil de la capital. #parcoarcheologicodiostiaantica #ostiaantica #archeology #roman #tiber #riotiber #riverport #puertofluvial #emporiomercantil #history #historyofrome #ancomarzio #visitrome #discoverostia #romanempire #wildele #wildearthexplorer (presso Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGIAFJlJQiU/?igshid=udymvmxiykt6

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[alfredonoya]

Ode to Ostia (Blog for week of 8/14 or 8/21) If you’re longing for a nice day trip, look no further than Ostia. A large suburb in Rome, it is also home to Ostia Antica and the beaches of Ostia Lido. The neighborhood was founded in 1884 by peasants coming from Ravenna, Romagna. But with the opening of the Roma-Ostia railway in 1924, the village soon became a sea resort destination for upper class Romans. Many art nouveau houses began being built on the waterfront as a result and became even more popular when Via Ostiense opened in 1907. According to legend, Ostia Antica, the large archeological site that was once the location of ancient Rome’s main harbor, may have also been Rome’s first colonia. With archaeological remains dating back to the 4th century BC, this site is a smaller-scale Pompeii and very well-preserved despite not having any protective casing. Most of the ancient buildings in this lesser-known but equally fascinating ancient destination are still visible from the 3rd century. Ostia Antica has such a long and interesting history, it’s best to be taken around by a knowledgeable tour guide. You won’t want to miss out on any of the intricate details. Once you are finished exploring the ancient ruins, head over to Ostia Lido, where you can grab a chair (at most establishments around €8-€10) and take your siesta on the beach. And if it’s not too hot, staying to watch the sunset is highly recommended. After which you can enjoy a nice dinner at many of the cute, local restaurants nearby. My personal favorite is il Giardinetto especially if you love fresh seafood. Or, if you’d prefer to return to Rome for dinner, it’s only a short train ride away. The harbor near the ancient ruins and beaches of Ostia make for a perfect summer day in August. For more info, visit Eden Walks - http://edenwalks.com/EN/services/countryside/ostia-antica #ancomarzio #harbor #tours #Ancientostia #ruins #romatimes #visit #explore #experiences #destination #travel #beach #historical #mosaic #bridges #guidedtours #transfer #minivan #august2017 (at Ostia Antica)

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