π¬π§ Millennia-Old Relics in the Heart of London's Financial District
𧱠London Wall - Secrets of the Ancient Fortification Amidst the gleaming skyscrapers of the modern City lies a 2,000-year-old relic - the London Wall. This defensive ring left by the Roman Empire marks one of the founding moments when London became a true city. ποΈ Origins Story In late 2nd century AD, Romans established Londinium and built this 3km-long defensive wall using limestone, brick and rubble. Complete with gates, towers and ditches, it protected the Roman port town. Though only fragments remain today, the original wall stood much taller and more imposing - one of Europe's best preserved Roman walls. βοΈ Medieval Reinventions After Romans left, Londoners kept enhancing the wall through Middle Ages: β’ Heightened and thickened for better defense π‘οΈ β’ Used to collect "gate taxes" π° β’ Gave rise to modern "gate" place names: Aldgate, Bishopsgate, Ludgate, Moorgate, Newgate... β³ Industrial Era & "Disappearance" 18-19th century expansion saw most walls demolished or absorbed into buildings. But WWII bombings ironically revealed many hidden sections! π Where to Spot It Today β 3 Noble St - Pristine Roman wall fragment β Museum of London - Ancient wall & ditch remains β London Wall Place - Modern architectural integration β Tower Hill - Most impressive stretch showing clear Roman/medieval layers Pro Tip: Follow the London Wall Walk trail to discover all hidden sections! πΆββοΈ #HiddenLondon #LondonWall #RomanRelics #CityOfLondon #HistoricalTraces #UrbanExploration #AncientMeetsModern
