| Narration: The Romans believed this purging of the city was key to its very survival. If Rome was pure, the gods would be happy. And the city's fortunes would be secure. Simon: I actually didn't think I'd be able to get down here, but I'm so pleased I did. I love it. These stones themselves speak, perhaps I should say stink, of history . However disgusting it is down here - and it really is disgusting - the walls, the liquid, the stink is appalling. It's sweet in its horror. And yet I have to tell you there is real grandeur down here and it is the sacred grandeur of ancient Rome . Narration: This splendid subterranean world has shown me that right from its inception, Rome was regarded as a holy city, above and even below the surface. Simon: Oh, my God! How lovely! Sunlight, air! Goodbye, ancient tunnels of Rome. Narration: The sewers are one of Rome's best-kept secrets. |
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