Roman Baths’ Dark Secrets: The Sacred Waters That Held Unimaginable Power!
The Roman Baths in Bath, England, stand as one of the most remarkable examples of ancient Roman engineering and architecture in Britain. Built around 70 CE, the baths were constructed over natural hot springs that had been revered by the local Celtic population for centuries. These geothermal springs, which produce water at a constant temperature of around 46°C (115°F), were considered sacred to the Celtic goddess Sulis. When the Romans occupied the area, they integrated their own religious beliefs with those of the local people, identifying Sulis with their goddess Minerva. This fusion of deities resulted in the name Aquae…
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