The road: the philosophical and non-philosophical means that leads us to our destination
What connects each place? The street. The road, whatever it is, is how we reach our destination, physical or otherwise.
“Man's true home is not a house, it is the street. Life itself is a journey to be made on foot." (Bruce Chatwin)
The road: an essential element for humanity. Since ancient times, people have route layout to connect their settlements, allowing trade, communication and the exchange of ideas. The road is what allows us to achieve physical places, connecting cities, countries and continents, following the progress of humanity, from simple dirt paths to sophisticated highways. Each step forward in the construction of road infrastructure has led to greater connectivity and social and economic progress.
But beyond its practical function, the road has a strong symbolic connotation: teaches us that theLife is a journey, and tells stories of worlds and civilizations that have often been lost.
Walking among thoughts: walking, a philosophical act
To walkhas always been an act full of profound meanings, so much so that it has become one philosophical metaphor of the human condition.
When we venture into physical walking or we dive into and gentle cosmetics, maybe between lush paths of a park o a naturalistic area, our awareness takes flight. Walking becomes a dance of thoughts, a flow of emotions, and in the present moment we feel the contact with the earth under our feet, perceiving the presence of the natural world around us. But walking is also a inner journey, an adventure into the unexplored land of our thoughts, fears and desires.
The streets of our mind can be intricate and tortuous as much as physical ones, and walking becomes a guide to finding ours compass inner life, dealing with conflicts and seeking a deeper sense of purpose and direction. Walking gives us a valuable lesson in patience and perseverance: On this journey, we may encounter obstacles and difficulties, but by putting one foot in front of the other and overcoming challenges, we can get closer and closer to our goal. And ours travel friends they become the most precious treasures, as they accompany us in challenges and encourage us to continue even in the most difficult moments.
The road and history, between humanity's past and present
Looking to the past of roads, we can draw valuable lessons for the future. Their importance in building empires and spreading knowledge is a reminder of the power of connectivity and collaboration and teaches us that roads have played a fundamental role in the development and growth of human societies.
The ancient ones Roman roads, for example, constitute one of the most important examples of road engineering of antiquity. Built to facilitate the conquest and management of a vast empire, these majestic communication routes and trade played a crucial role in the spread of culture, ideas and goods throughout the Roman world. But beyond their practical impact, Roman roads had a symbolic meaning. They represented the connection between the different regions of the empire and embodied the idea of a common destiny for Roman citizens, united by an unprecedented road communication system. It should not be forgotten that they were the stage for important events historical events, battles and public celebrations, often becoming a symbol of power and authority.
With the era of explorations, roads became the primary means by which colonizers explored and conquered new territories, moving people, goods and knowledge between the Old World and the New World. Caravans moving through wild and unknown lands, Esploratori and adventurers who open new horizons, discovering new continents and cultures… the journey through time and the history of the roads offers us a unique perspective on the achievements and challenges of humanity.
we at Solid Earth we know that a road is not just an infrastructure. We embraced the sustainability and quality and we are following this path, full of challenges, together with our customers. Innovation is the fruit of a continuous journey, in which curiosity and the desire for improvement push us to overcome known boundaries. And as with every journey, they will always be there new roads to travel, new frontiers to explore and new horizons to discover.
