Baths of Caracalla

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. What is the location?Rome, Italy
2. What is the construction dates?Likely built between AD 212 and AD 217
3. What were the Baths of Caracalla and why were they special?They were a huge public bath in ancient Rome, built by Emperor Septimius Severus and opened by his son Caracalla. They were the second‑largest baths in Rome and showed the emperor’s power and care for people.
4. How did the Romans keep the Baths of Caracalla full of water?The baths got water from the Aqua Marcia aqueduct, a long water‑carrying system. The Romans also used special heating called hypocausts to warm the rooms.

Thermae Antoninianae: The original Latin name for the Baths of Caracalla, indicating their imperial association.
Hypocaust System: An ancient Roman method of heating buildings by circulating hot air beneath the floors.
Palaestra: An open courtyard or gymnasium within the baths used for athletic training and exercise.