Casa dels Dofins, Roman domus in Badalona, Spain
Description
Casa dels Dofins is a Roman house in Badalona with fine mosaic floors, wall paintings, and a typical layout featuring a central courtyard surrounded by rooms. The structure reveals how different areas were organized and the purposes they served in daily life.
History
Excavations from 1981 to 1994 uncovered this dwelling from the late 1st century BC, situated in the upper zone of ancient Baetulo. The discovery belongs to a prosperous residential layer that documents the urban development of this Roman city.
Culture
Dolphin motifs appear in the impluvium mosaic, which is where this Roman house gets its name from. The decoration reveals the tastes and means of families who lived here in comfort.
Practical
Informational displays and multimedia presentations at the site explain the layout and functions of different rooms within the house. Visitors can move at their own pace and gain a clearer understanding of the preserved details on location.
Did you know?
The property contains three large storage tanks and a dedicated working area for wine production. These features reveal that residents engaged in economic activities beyond simply living in the house.
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