A recent study reveals that Córdoba's sanitation infrastructure during the medieval period was remarkably sophisticated, featuring extensive sewer networks, regulated cesspits, and community-led cleaning practices. Conducted by Rafael Blanco-Guzmán and Jesús Atenciano-Crespillo, this research combines over 300 archaeological excavations with historical sources, painting a picture of a city dedicated to urban hygiene. Built under the Umayyad Caliphate, Córdoba's sewer system, designed with durability in mind, illustrates not only advanced engineering but also a cultural ethos toward cleanliness, civic duty, and environmental consciousness.
Córdoba's sewer network, built under the Umayyad Caliphate, showcased advanced urban hygiene that would not be surpassed in Europe until the 20th century.
The extensive sewer system of Córdoba, with its advanced engineering and materials, highlights the city's commitment to urban hygiene during the medieval period.
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