Gaius Octavius 1 Report post Posted March 26, 2007 The first pic looks like a pond. The second a canal. How may we be assured that you are not being Mal(icious)adict? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maladict 0 Report post Posted March 26, 2007 The first pic looks like a pond. The second a canal. How may we be assured that you are not being Mal(icious)adict? Oh ye of little faith... It's behind the canal (and the castle). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klingan 2 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 I'm afraid that I'm totally lost, I have no clue. I can hardly even imagine what could be behind the castle and yet would be seen as a shape in the first. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maladict 0 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 (edited) I'm afraid that I'm totally lost, I have no clue. I can hardly even imagine what could be behind the castle and yet would be seen as a shape in the first. The shape referred to the basin. I figured its distinctive shape would give it away instantly, so I kind of hid it by posting low altitude pictures. Here it is, in all its glory: Edited March 27, 2007 by Maladict Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klingan 2 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 I've found it now, it's Ostia and sadly I missed it last time I was close by in Rome. And the time before that too. About that "It would be easier from the moon" very true, I finally spotted it with the help of google earth. I can't believe that I've never seen or even heard about it. I'm in a state of chock! How could they neglect such a place in so many books. I'm ashamed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maladict 0 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 I've found it now, it's Ostia and sadly I missed it last time I was close by in Rome. And the time before that too. About that "It would be easier from the moon" very true, I finally spotted it with the help of google earth. I can't believe that I've never seen or even heard about it. I'm in a state of chock! How could they neglect such a place in so many books. I'm ashamed. Yes, I took the last picture from Google Earth too. Your answer is incorrect, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klingan 2 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 Now I'm quite confused. I know that Ostia should have been buried by time, but I thought I confirmed it when I found a model at google where it was built in as a harbor. Anyway I hope someone will find out soon and then I expect a long description on what this have been and all kind of strange information on it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maladict 0 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 Now I'm quite confused. I know that Ostia should have been buried by time, but I thought I confirmed it when I found a model at google where it was built in as a harbor. Anyway I hope someone will find out soon and then I expect a long description on what this have been and all kind of strange information on it Shame, you're really close. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klingan 2 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 (edited) Yeah I've found Ostia now. I guess the hunt continue! Ok here we go, my final guess. It's Portus Traiani Felicis a few miles north of Ostia. It seems to have been connected to Portus Agusti. Edited March 27, 2007 by Klingan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maladict 0 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 Yeah I've found Ostia now. I guess the hunt continue! Ok here we go, my final guess. It's Portus Traiani Felicis a few miles north of Ostia. It seems to have been connected to Portus Agusti. Yes, it is Portus. Well done. I couldn't accept Ostia as they are two distinct cities. They both had their own episcopal see, for example. The basin and its surroundings are private property of the Torlonia family, which is why you won't often see it mentioned. It is perfectly preserved, with the remains of some warehouses and shipyards. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klingan 2 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 Yeah I noticed they were separate places after a while. I am really going to take a closer look at this when I've got time. I guess I'm up next then. I'll need a few hours to think about it, anyone else is free to post one during the time if they want to. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klingan 2 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 Ok here we go: I hope it's going to be a nice balanced challenge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maladict 0 Report post Posted March 27, 2007 Absolutely clueless... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klingan 2 Report post Posted March 28, 2007 Sadly enough it seems that it's only you and me left. Unless I've got any guess before tomorrow morning I'll post a hint. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maladict 0 Report post Posted March 28, 2007 (edited) I feared there would not be enough active members here to keep it running. But I'll play as long as you're up for it. Come on people, it's fun and educational edit: Oops, I tried Google and found it....it's Didyma. Edited March 28, 2007 by Maladict Share this post Link to post Share on other sites