Castellum Romanum de Can Blei, Roman archaeological site in Formentera, Spain.
Castellum Romanum de Can Blei is a Roman fort on Formentera with a square layout. Five rectangular towers project from the main structure, defining its distinctive shape.
The fort was built between the 3rd and 4th centuries and stands as one of the few Roman military structures that remains in the Balearic Islands. It marks a period when Rome controlled the sea routes around this region.
The site reveals how Romans lived and worked on this island through the objects they left behind. Pottery and farming implements show what daily life and crafts looked like back then.
The site is located about 10 kilometers along the road between La Savina and La Mola and can be visited easily while exploring the southern coast. The area is exposed and sunny, so bring water and sun protection.
Excavations from the 1980s suggest the fortress may have remained unfinished and was never fully occupied. This makes it a rare case showing Roman construction methods frozen in time.
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