SPQR

This is a manhole cover that we passed as we were walking. It's strange to see it being square instead of round but I like that it's inscribed with SPQR.
SPQR, an abbreviation for Senātus Populusque Rōmānus, is an old abbreviated phrase referring to the government of the ancient Roman Republic. Loosely translated, it means "The Senate and People of Rome".Baca selengkapnya