Circus of Carthage’s cooling system

Archaeologists have used depictions in mosaics in this ancient city to help determine how the Carthaginians helped cool down the chariots, and the horses who pulled them, during the popular chariot races in the North African heat.

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Carthage archaeologists dig up smart cooling system for chariot racers

By Phillipe Bohstrom

Haaretz

June 30, 2016