Ponti della Valle di Maddaloni
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A massive bridge forms part of an aqueduct that was deemed an architectural wonder of its time.

πŸ“œ Part of the monumental Carolino Aqueduct, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997. πŸ” This 18th-century engineering marvel, designed by Luigi Vanvitelli, supplied water to the Royal Palace of Caserta. Completed in 1770, it features a 529-meter long bridge over the Maddaloni valley, standing 56-60 meters high, with three tiers of arches modeled after ancient Roman aqueducts. An ossuary beneath the bridge commemorates soldiers from the 1860 Battle of Volturno. Why Go πŸ›οΈ Admire this 18th-century architectural marvel, a UNESCO World Heritage site. πŸŒ‰ Impressive three-tiered arch structure, modeled after ancient Roman aqueducts. 🏞️ Offers panoramic views of the Maddaloni Valley. πŸ“œ Contains an ossuary of soldiers from the 1860 Battle of Volturno. πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Easy trekking route along the aqueduct. Why Avoid 🚫 The bridges are generally not accessible to the public, only on special occasions. Tips πŸ“Έ Good viewpoints along SS265, via Giuseppe Impastato, or near the Sanctuary of San Michele. 🚢 Easy trekking route available along a buried section of the aqueduct. πŸ…ΏοΈ Free roadside parking available near the Ossuary and the Benevento end of the structure, including on the east side of SS265.

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