Castrum Segontium, Roman archaeological site in Caernarfon, Wales
The remnants of Segontium fort include stone walls, foundations of buildings, and defensive structures spread across a hilltop near Caernarfon Castle.
Established in 78 AD, Segontium served as a crucial Roman military base for controlling northwestern Wales and maintaining access to valuable resources through trade routes.
The archaeological findings at Segontium reveal the daily activities of Roman soldiers through discovered coins, pottery fragments, and military equipment from different periods.
The archaeological site provides interpretive panels in multiple languages, offering visitors detailed information about the fort's layout and its role in Roman Britain.
Excavations at Segontium uncovered a rare bronze statue head and evidence of a temple dedicated to the Roman emperor cult, indicating its administrative importance.
Location: Wales
Website: https://nationaltrust.org.uk/segontium
GPS coordinates: 53.13734,-4.26580
Latest update: May 14, 2025 22:38
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