UNA REVISIÓN SOBRE EL SUMINISTRO DE AGUA EN ANTIOCHEIA AD ORONTES

Abstract

The water supply of Antioch was provided by 4 different aqueduct lines which were called Harbiye, Dursunlu and Kuruyer. These aqueducts, which consisted both of those built of masonry as well as carved channels, tunnels, bridges and terracotta pipes, were mainly constructed in the first and second centuries AD. and were used actively for years. Despite the development of this system of water supply, the population could not rely on only one source of water and it has been possible to document the use of water-wells and cisterns during the period of the Roman Empire. In conclusion, the water system of Antakya, developed, diversified and ornamented over time, in which different types of construction and techniques were used, is considered to be a great source for the study of architecture and water engineering.