Tag: rivers
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The Papireto and the Kremonia
In ancient times, Palermo’s harbor extended south into the city, and two rivers fed it: The Papireto in the north and the Kemonia in the south. This map, which is from an informational sign in Palermo near the Cathedral, shows the Roman-era layout of the city–a layout that is somewhat still in existence. The center…
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Bridge Over the Kemonia River
It’s hard to imagine today, but in ancient times, Palermo’s harbor extended south into the city, and two rivers fed it: The Papireto and the Kemonia. The Kemonia has long since dried up; however, locals keep its memory present with this sign that translates to “Here was the bridge over the Kemonia river.”