Ancient Rome Map Tiber River. According to historical findings the Tiber was originally called Albula because it used to appear white in color and good water system but later it was renamed as Tiberis after King Tiberius who was the king of Alba Longa. The river which is 252 miles 406 km long is the second longest in the country.
The Tiber River is a historic river in Europe famous for the city of Rome that is located on its banks. Steep walls around the Tiber River were constructed in the late 1800s to protect the city of Rome from flooding. Tiber River H-4 on the Map.
However it does not form a proportional delta owing to a strong north-flowing sea current close to the shore to the steep shelving.
The river which is 252 miles 406 km long is the second longest in the country. It is only in modern times that the Tiber has flowed through Rome between high stone embankments. It began as a tiny village along the Tiber River. With the Tiber River being the easiest way in and out of Rome the city was pretty well-defended from its enemies while staying well-connected with the outside world.
