De luxueuze toeristische treinen 'Al Andalus' bereiden zich voor om deze zomer op de rails te gaan in Andalusië. De treinen zijn gerestaureerd en gemoderniseerd om een comfortabele en unieke ervaring te bieden aan toeristen die de regio willen verkennen.
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Roman Amphora Production along the Guadalquivir
Between Córdoba, Écija, and Seville, the largest group of pottery workshops from Roman times thrived. These workshops worked nonstop, making amphorae mainly for wine and oil. Wagons loaded with oil or wine were a common sight along the banks of the Guadalquivir.
A Hub of Pottery Workshops
Liquids were quickly transferred into amphorae, sealed tight, and prepared for shipment. Most went to Rome, with some even reaching northern Gaul. Each empty amphora weighed over thirty kilos but could hold up to seventy liters of oil. This made them a smart choice for transport.
Efficient Transport on the Guadalquivir
Sailing ships with shallow drafts could carry thousands of amphorae. Ships regularly sailed with over seventy thousand liters of oil onboard. This activity shows how important the region was in the Roman economy.
Economic Importance Summed Up
The Guadalquivir served as a key trade route for Romans, especially for wine and oil production and distribution. The many pottery workshops along the riverbanks highlight the region’s productivity and efficiency.
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