The Nymphaeum This large Nymphaeum (with a water fountain fed by an aqueduct) was my favourite location along Cardo Maximus. Why? Because, it reminded me of the Treasury in Petra (on our to see list and the reason for booking this trip to Jordan). A Nymphaeum is a scared monument dedicated to the nymphs. Roman…
Tag: Jerash – Earthquake Alarm System
Jerash, Jordan – The Ancient Greco-Roman City of Gerasa/Jerash – Incredible Cardo Maximus – Earthquake Alarm System
Ancient Earthquake Alarm System The Romans had a unique earthquake alarm system. If we understood our guide correctly, stones on top of the columns (located throughout the entire city) were filled with crystals and purposely placed with small gaps between them. When an earthquake happened, the columns would sway, the stones would bang together (because…