Sima_(architecture)
Sima (architecture)
Upturned edge of an ancient roof
In classical architecture, a sima is the upturned edge of a roof which acts as a gutter. The term "sima" comes from the Greek simos, meaning bent upwards.
Upturned edge of an ancient roof
In classical architecture, a sima is the upturned edge of a roof which acts as a gutter. The term "sima" comes from the Greek simos, meaning bent upwards.
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