Villa of Torre de Palma, Roman archaeological site in Vaiamonte, Portugal
The archaeological complex spans 10,000 square meters and includes residential areas, thermal baths, and an early Christian basilica with geometric mosaics.
Discovered in 1947 by farmer Joaquim Inocencio, the site belonged to a Roman family named Basilios and remained active between the 2nd and 4th centuries.
The excavated mosaics display detailed scenes from Greco-Roman mythology, including the renowned Horses Mosaic featuring named racing steeds of the period.
The site lies 5 kilometers northwest of Monforte, accessible through a marked unpaved road from Herdade da Palma estate to the fenced archaeological area.
The basilica contains a Lorraine cross-shaped baptistery with two opposing flights of four steps, a design found only in Palestine and North Africa.
Location: Vaiamonte
Website: https://patrimoniocultural.gov.pt/pt/patrimonio/itinerarios/alentejo-algarve/08
GPS coordinates: 39.06203,-7.48864
Latest update: March 6, 2025 12:31
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