Ancient Roman city planning was characterized by pragmatism, engineering prowess, and a keen understanding of urban dynamics. The Romans governed their vast and diverse empire with a blend of centralization, adaptability, and indirect rule. They used military might and cultural imperialism to maintain control and promote Roman customs and institutions. The Roman urban planning methodology included a grid iron street layout known as the cardo and decumanus, construction of essential infrastructure like aqueducts, sewers, and public baths, prioritization of public amenities and civic buildings, division of urban space into distinct zones or neighborhoods, and incorporation of grandeur and monumentality into architectural projects.
### Methodology
1. Grid iron street layout known as the cardo and decumanus
2. Construction of essential infrastructure like aqueducts, sewers, and public baths
3. Prioritization of public amenities and civic buildings
4. Division of urban space into distinct zones or neighborhoods
5. Incorporation of grandeur and monumentality into architectural projects
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Notable Quotes
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— « Furthermore, the Roman system of governance was characterized by a high degree of centralization with power concentrated in the hands of the emperor and his inner circle of advisers.
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03:46
— « One of the most remarkable aspects of Roman City Planning was its systematic approach to accommodating Urban growth and ensuring the efficient functioning of its Urban centers.
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04:24
— « At the heart of Roman urban planning was the concept of the grid iron Street layout known as the cardo and deumus. »