San Mamiliano, Archaeological museum in Sovana, Italy
San Mamiliano is a museum complex in Sorano housed in a medieval building with Romanesque architectural features and Roman remains beneath its foundation. The structure displays stone walls and arched windows above layers that contain ancient thermal installations.
The building was originally constructed as a church during the Middle Ages, but excavations revealed Roman structures beneath it dating back to ancient times. The discovery of early coins demonstrates that this site held importance long before its religious phase.
The exhibition space presents artifacts spanning from the Etruscan period through the early Middle Ages, documenting the transformation of local civilization.
The rooms are accessible to visitors on several days throughout the week and allow you to explore both levels. The lower sections require stairs and careful movement between the different archaeological areas.
Preserved Roman baths lie beneath the building's floor with original marble surfaces and a working heating system still partially visible. This underground layer reveals how ancient residents heated water and spent time in daily life.
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