Uzes was another step towards discovering the different layers of French landscape. This trip emphasized how water moved from its origin to destination. The city that Uzes connected to for this was Nimes. A well-known route for moving water towards Nimes was through the Pont du Gard. It was interesting to learn that this landmark sits at an elevation 17 meters higher than its destination (Castellum) in Nimes.
The Romans developed this intricate system of water transport when they ruled in Nimes. Prone to drought with its geographis location in the south of France, an efficient manner of moving water was needed.
The Castellum welcomed the water from Uzes, and was distributed into the city by a series of smaller pipes. Once the 5th century rolled around, water in the Castellum was still present, but ceased to exist in the 6th century. Why did this happen? No one knows the answer, even today.
Collectively, cities located on/nearby the river demonstrate how vital a natural resource is when it comes to development of the land. Another link was created to show the relationship of water to highlands, cities, and the Mediterranean Sea.
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