Archaeological zone of the Pla de Nadal, Archaeological site in Riba-roja de Túria, Spain.
The archaeological zone of Pla de Nadal is an excavation site in Riba-roja de Túria containing remains of buildings and structures from different periods. The findings come from Iberians, Romans, Visigoths, and other cultures that occupied the region in succession.
The site was discovered during farming work in the 1970s and revealed a Visigothic building from the 7th century. Systematic excavations since then have uncovered layers from various ancient settlements in the area.
The excavations reveal how different peoples settled and built in this area across many centuries. You can see in the ruins how Iberians, Romans, and later Visigoths each left their own mark through their construction methods.
The site is located about 20 kilometers from Valencia and is accessible to visitors through guided tours and educational programs. A nearby museum housed in a local castle provides additional context about the excavations.
Remains from Romans, Byzantines, and Visigoths are found in close proximity at this location, showing multiple cultures overlapping in the same place. This combination allows visitors to directly compare the differences between various ancient building styles.
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