1. pediment lintel post

3. Greek The Parthenon (view from the west) 448-432 B.C. Acropolis, Athens

11. The Parthenon’s triangular pediment and columned portico show classic Greek temple format.

35. Beginning in the 4th century B.C., Romans constructed huge aquaducts to carry water for distances up to 50 miles.

37. These structures were built on continuous gradual declines to transport water by force of gravity. Each arch spanned 82 feet.

40. Roman The Colosseum A.D.70-82 Rome, Italy

42. Originally called The Flavian Amphitheater after the Roman Emperor Flavius

44. The Colosseum seated 50,000 spectators. It was so efficiently laid out that it inspired present day stadium design.

53. Roman The Pantheon A.D.118-125 Rome

66. Cubiculum (bedroom) from the Villa of P. Fannius Synistor, ca. 40–30 B.C.; Late Republican; Second Style Roman

71. pediment lintel post Greek POST & LINTEL ROMAN ARCH