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What is the Latin name for Bath's Roman-built spa?

  • Aquae Sulis

  • Aqua Fontis

  • Thermae Romae

  • Balneum Britannia

Answer

The Latin name for Bath's Roman-built spa is Aquae Sulis, which means "the waters of Sulis." The Romans built baths and a temple in the valley of the River Avon around 60 AD, taking advantage of the natural hot springs in the area.
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