A Roman Town
In all the lands that they conquered the Romans built
towns that they could feel at home him.
The Romans liked things to be well organised and
orderly.
When they conquered Greek cities, they noticed that
the streets were laid out in a criss- cross pattern called a
grid.
The Romans liked this pattern and used it in their own
towns.
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Plan of a Roman Town
A Roman Town
1.The
, or market place was usually in the centre of
the town. It had a big open space in the middle for stalls, and a
covered walk way on three sides for shops and offices.
2. Most towns had a
which were public baths. You
can recognise the building because there is a swimming pool
outside.
3.The
was a circular building with seats all
around. It was used for games and shows.
thermae
forum
basilica
temples
aqueduct
amphitheatre
A Roman Town
4. The
was the big building on one side of the forum.
It was used as a law court.
5.In the town there were many churches or
pointed roofs and pillars at the front.
They have
6. Water was often brought into the town by an . It looked
like a very long high bridge. It had a water channel running
through it.
thermae
forum
basilica
temples
aqueduct
amphitheatre
1. I know the names of buildings found in Roman
towns.
2. I understand how Roman cities were laid out.
3. I can label a plan of a Roman Town