Casignana

The Roman villa complex covers 8,000 square meters and contains thermal baths, a monumental fountain, gardens, and residential sections arranged around a peristyle courtyard.

The town of Casignana emerged in the 9th century when inhabitants of Potamia established settlements to protect the coastline from Saracen attacks.

The Church of Saint Rocco, constructed in 1773, features medieval marble fragments and a wooden crucifix from the 17th century within its restored structure.

The villa's bath complex includes a frigidarium with the Room of Nereids, displaying marine-themed mosaics made from white and green tiles dated to the 3rd century.

Archaeological excavations revealed a necropolis with intact tombs near the Roman villa, providing information about burial practices from the 1st to 7th centuries.

Location: Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria

Capital city: Casignana

Elevation above the sea: 342 m

Shares border with: Bianco, Bovalino, Caraffa del Bianco, San Luca, Sant'Agata del Bianco

Address: 89030 Casignana, Metropolitan City of Reggio Calabria, Italy 89030 Casignana

Website: http://comune.casignana.rc.it

GPS coordinates: 38.11637,16.10510

Latest update: June 30, 2025 09:29