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Half-mile marker Borna (1772)

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Half-mile marker Borna (1772)

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  • Location: Borna, Landkreis Leipzig, Saxony, Germany

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    May 20, 2024

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    The half-mile column, also known as the hour column, which was to be set after an hour's journey, resembled ancient herms. The column was about 3m high, with a low …
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    Because there were no street names in ancient Athens, small columns called herms were placed at intersections so that passers-by could find their way. They were also supposed to bring good luck and ward off misfortune.

    Source: sueddeutsche.de/kultur/antikenfund-in-athen-hermes-ohne-phallus-1.5116147
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    Location: Borna, Landkreis Leipzig, Saxony, Germany

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