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From the Middle Ages to 19th century: a journey into the water system of Palermo (Italy)

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  • Giusy Lofrano
  • Maurizio Carotenuto
  • Pietro Todaro
  • Roberta Maffettone
  • Silvia Sammataro
  • Ioannis K. Kalavrouziotis

Abstract

The present investigation aims at examining the underground environment of Palermo city and its wide surrounding plain in relation to the human hydraulic structures and to their influence on the cultural, social and economic life of the city. The amazing craftsmanship, skilfulness and dexterity of the ancients is reflected in the complex underground hydraulic structures with the intent to control and manage effectively the underground water sources to the benefit of the ancient society, in spite of the limited available technological means. Structures such as qants, Scirocco chambers and miqweh which made available the water to the public, have influenced significantly the ecological environment, the civilisation of the area and the economic and social progress of the city of Palermo.

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  • Giusy Lofrano & Maurizio Carotenuto & Pietro Todaro & Roberta Maffettone & Silvia Sammataro & Ioannis K. Kalavrouziotis, 2015. "From the Middle Ages to 19th century: a journey into the water system of Palermo (Italy)," International Journal of Global Environmental Issues, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 14(3/4), pages 296-305.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijgenv:v:14:y:2015:i:3/4:p:296-305
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