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[[File:Great Nymphaeum Database image.png|thumb|250px|Great Nymphaeum]] | The '''Great Nymphaeum''' was a public sanctuary in the city of [[Constantinople]], built by early [[Rome|Romans]] in honor of nature spirits called [[nymph]]s.<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed: Revelations]]''</ref> | ||
The '''Great Nymphaeum''' was a public sanctuary in the city of [[Constantinople]], built by early [[Rome|Romans]] in honor of | |||
Nymphaea were a common feature of many [[Roman Empire|Roman]] cities; in addition to serving as small reservoirs and gardens, they were frequently used by citizens for all manner of public functions such as weddings, parties, and general assemblies.<ref name="Database" /> | Nymphaea were a common feature of many [[Roman Empire|Roman]] cities; in addition to serving as small reservoirs and gardens, they were frequently used by [[Civilians|citizens]] for all manner of public functions such as weddings, parties, and general assemblies.<ref name="Database" /> | ||
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Revision as of 10:00, 7 December 2018
The Great Nymphaeum was a public sanctuary in the city of Constantinople, built by early Romans in honor of nature spirits called nymphs.[1]
Nymphaea were a common feature of many Roman cities; in addition to serving as small reservoirs and gardens, they were frequently used by citizens for all manner of public functions such as weddings, parties, and general assemblies.[1]