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The Caroline Aqueduct is a monumental engineering feat that took 17 years to complete, from 1753 to 1770, showcasing the remarkable expertise and design mastery of architect Luigi Vanvitelli. Named in honour of the enlightened ruler Charles III of Bourbon, the aqueduct was designed not only to supply water to the Belvedere of San Leucio, the Royal Palace of Caserta, and the Royal Park, but also to serve other nearby localities, including the city of Naples via the Tronco di San Benedetto (Branch of St Benedict).
Spanning a predominantly underground route of approximately 38 kilometres, the water originates from the Fizzo springs at the foot of Mount Taburno in the province of Benevento. This source is marked by the first of 67 small towers positioned along the route, built to serve as ventilation shafts and maintenance access points.
In certain sections, the aqueduct emerges above ground in the form of three impressive canal bridges, constructed from tufa stone: the Ponte Nuovo, located between Moiano and Bucciano; the Durazzano Valley Bridge, both situated in the province of Benevento; and the Maddaloni Valley Bridge in the Caserta area. In 1997, this colossal infrastructure, a highlight of the Campania region, was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Recently, the Valle di Maddaloni Bridge section needed a new, high-performance lighting system to highlight the majesty of its triple arches while fully respecting its significant historical and artistic value. To achieve this, Disano, an Italian company renowned internationally for producing lighting specifically designed for delicate architectural and museum environments, installed its Rodio floodlights.
The Rodio luminaire is the ideal solution for outdoor lighting, capable of adding character to otherwise plain walls and façades through its specialised light, the result of technological research carried out in the company’s laboratories. Its light output is consistently stable (low flicker), efficient, and glare-free, ensuring optimal visibility that is both safe and healthy for people and the surrounding environment. Additionally, its polyester powder-coated finish provides excellent resistance to corrosion and weather agents.
From an aesthetic point of view, Rodio features a slender design, giving it a discreet and agile appearance, allowing it to blend effortlessly and harmoniously into the landscape. It enhances the exterior lighting subtly yet elegantly.
The Caroline Aqueduct is now equipped with the finest lighting solution possible. Disano’s floodlights illuminated the Caserta landmark superbly, achieving the perfect balance between cutting-edge technology and the protection of both the artistic heritage and the surrounding environment.

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Caroline Aqueduct