The Go Jetters Visit the Aqueduct of Segovia, A Bridge to Carry Water
In The Go Jetters Visit the Aqueduct of Segovia, A Bridge to Carry Water, the Go Jetters crew visits the Aqueduct of Segovia, a bridge built to carry water across a valley to the people who need it. Built during Roman times, the Segovia aqueduct has been bringing water to the community for thousands of years. What makes it special is that it was built without mortar, using only balance to hold the stones together — a real feat for its time! This video is excerpted from BBC’s Go Jetters, a series that follows the adventures of four plucky international heroes as they travel the globe visiting the world’s most famous landmarks with their friend and mentor, Ubercorn, a disco-dancing unicorn.
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Q: Why was it so important for people in Segovia to have water brought to them through the aqueduct?
A: People needed water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning. The aqueduct helped bring that water from far away so they could stay healthy and live comfortably.
Q: Why do you think the aqueduct has lasted for so many years since Roman times?
A: It was built very carefully with strong stones and smart designs that involved balance that helped it stay strong through all kinds of weather and time.
Q: What would happen if the aqueduct wasn’t built so carefully?
A: If the stones weren’t balanced, the aqueduct could have fallen apart, and people wouldn’t have had the water they needed!