The Legacy of an Empire Built Over Hot Springs: Roman Baths

Since ancient times, the Celts revered and worshipped the sacred hot spring waters. Later, under the Roman Empire, these waters were transformed into a public bathing facility known as Thermae. The Romans constructed a temple dedicated to the goddess Sulis and built an impressive bathing complex centered around the Sacred Spring, which produces approximately one million liters of hot spring water daily. This site features a temple, a hot bath (Caldarium), a heated swimming pool (Great Bath), changing rooms, and an intricate drainage system. These elements vividly showcase Roman architectural ingenuity and urban lifestyle from 2,000 years ago. The Roman Baths are more than just historical ruins; they are a living testament to Roman life and faith.