Reconstruction of a fragment of the latrina of Ancient Rome

Latrins are public restrooms for Roman commoners. Latrins were built in the crowded areas of Rome. These were squat structures with a stone slab inside, in which round holes were punched.

Often the latrins were arranged like a cesspool, they were cleaned only when the contents began to protrude through the top.

The ruler of Rome, Emperor Vespasian decided to build public toilets and charge a certain fee for their visits. Having realized his project, the emperor brought “toilet” income home and asked his son: “What smells?” In response, he received: “Nothing.” Then the famous phrase appeared: "Money does not smell."