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TIL the Vespasianus Titus tunnel in modern day Turkey built between 79-89 CE, is considered the first tunnel in the world. The tunnel was carved through solid rock with connected canals to prevented floodwaters from silting up the harbour. It continues to survive seismic activity intact

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