Academics Lesson V—Classical Art Flashcards
Questions Influenced by Imperium by Julian Morgan and Liber Digitalis by David Jackson
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Q
Where can the Roman triumphal arch depicted in this image be found?
A
Alcántara Bridge, Spain
Fun Fact: Among the finest of Roman remains in Spain is the bridge at Alcantara, seen here, which was built in 105–106 A.D. across the River Tagus. The bridge is 204 metres in length and about 80 metres high. It was dedicated to the emperor Trajan by the local people who built it. Most impressive, perhaps, is the fact that it is still used by traffic today, as it stands high and proud above the waters below.
In the centre is an arch with an inscription on it, as follows:
IMP CAESARI DIVI NERVAE F NERVAE
TRAIANO AUG GERM DACICO PONTIF MAX
TRIB POTES VIII IMP V COS V P P
