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Stepping stone crosswalks in the city streets of Pompeii with a public water fountain in the background.

The streets of Pompeii have sidewalks on both sides and raised stepping stones to allow pedestrians to stay clear of the muck left by horses and carts. If I remember correctly, the streets were kept clear by a drainage system and city owned slaves.

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Uploaded on July 14, 2014
Taken on July 2, 2014