Was ancient Rome's traffic as congested as a modern expressway?
While we often imagine ancient Rome as a place of orderly marble, the city's streets may have been a chaotic nightmare. This video explores the staggering scale of Roman congestion and the sheer volume of movement within the capital.
Estimates suggest that the city of Rome contained approximately 60 miles of streets. According to accounts from ancient authors, this entire network faced congestion levels comparable to a modern-day expressway. The scale of this urban density highlights the immense logistical challenges faced by one of history's most significant ancient metropolises.
Source: Why Ancient Rome had the Worst Traffic in History
