The hypocaust was an empty space that existed under the floor of certain rooms in ancient Roman bath
The hypocaust was an empty space that existed under the floor of certain rooms in ancient Roman baths. It was filled with pillars to hold up the floor while a furnace burned in a nearby area and let the hot air flow into it, keeping the bath hot. Read more. Photo from Chris Booth -- source link
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