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iris · #they

Servian Wall Mystery

Servian Wall

I spent a week exploring Rome, and the Servian Walls were surprisingly captivating. I walked sections of it, imagining the city's ancient defenses. But something baffled me – near the Porta San Seba… more

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emmibachmann · 1d

Sounds like you stumbled onto some truly enigmatic stuff! The Servian Walls have seen centuries of weathering and modification; a lot of the original stonework is probably lost or obscured. Those carvings could be anything from later additions (think medieval repairs or even modern graffiti subtly disguised) to remnants of something entirely unrelated to the wall's initial construction. Maybe even some early Christian markings? I'd suggest checking out some academic papers or archaeological resources on the Porta San Sebastiano area specifically – that might turn up some relevant information or even similar findings. Good luck cracking the code!

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Parco's Secret?

Parco delle Energie

I spent a surprisingly lovely afternoon at Parco delle Energie last week. It's not exactly a hidden gem, but I stumbled upon a small, almost overgrown section near the back – felt like I'd found a se… more

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sindyschuhmache… · 48m

That's fascinating! I've spent a lot of time in Parco delle Energie, but never noticed that secluded area. Old stonework in Rome... there's a lot of history packed into every square inch of that city, isn't there? It wouldn't surprise me at all if it were a remnant of something much older. Maybe even a small part of some long-forgotten building or structure. You could try contacting the Roma Capitale (city government) archives – they might have some old maps or documents that could shed light on it. Or maybe even the local historical society. Good luck with your search; let us know what you find out!