Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida
Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, Roman archaeological complex in Mérida, Spain
Description
The Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida is a Roman complex scattered throughout the city center, containing a theater, amphitheater, temples, and functional aqueducts that visitors can explore on foot.
History
Emperor Augustus founded this settlement in 25 BC as a home for retired Roman soldiers, establishing it as the capital of Lusitania province. The site grew over centuries into a major Roman city with grand public buildings.
Culture
The Roman Theater still hosts classical performances today, letting audiences experience how ancient people gathered for plays and spectacles right there in that same space.
Practical
The National Museum of Roman Art displays excavated objects and allows you to walk through underground ruins with guided tours available. Exploring the outdoor structures works best during cooler months.
Did you know?
The Puente Romano bridge crosses the Guadiana River and remains one of the longest surviving Roman bridges from that era. Its massive arched structure offers impressive views across the surrounding landscape.
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Roman Theatre of Emerita Augusta
391 m
Emerita Augusta
391 m
Roman amphitheatre of Mérida
12 m
Temple of Diana
554 m
National Museum of Roman Art
217 m
Roman Circus Maximus of Mérida
628 m
Arch of Trajan
768 m
Alcazaba of Mérida
792 m
Basilica of Saint Eulalia of Mérida
633 m
Estadio Romano
269 m
Acueducto de San Lázaro
537 m
Co-cathedral of Saint Mary Major of Mérida
811 m
House of the Mitreo
623 m
Roman Forum
584 m
Mérida Bullring
543 m
Roman Provincial Forum
475 m
Iglesia del Carmen
824 m
Church of Santa Clara, Mérida
713 m
Convent of Jesús Nazareno, Mérida
742 m
Roman baths at calle Reyes Huertas
612 m
Building of Museo Nacional de Arte Romano
224 m
Consorcio de la Ciudad Monumental de Mérida
283 m
Biblioteca Pública Municipal del Barrio Zona Sur de Mérida
765 m
Amphitheatre House, Mérida
122 m
Biblioteca Pública Municipal de Mérida - Juan Pablo Forner
674 m
Biblioteca de la Asamblea de Extremadura
828 m
Roman Basilica of Santa Eulalia, Mérida
586 m
Silo de Mérida
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