Roman Empire's 300,000 Kilometer Road Network: New Research Reveals Unprecedented Scale of Ancient Infrastructure

Nov 07, 2025 05:25 pm CST

New comprehensive research reveals the Roman Empire constructed nearly 300,000 kilometers of roads spanning 4 million square kilometers, representing a 59% increase over previous estimates. This sophisticated transportation network featured durable engineering, precise milestones, and connected 60 million inhabitants across vast distances, providing crucial insights into ancient infrastructure and communication systems.