Maometto, Ancient Roman relief site in Borgone Susa, Italy.
Maometto is an ancient Roman sacred site in Borgone Susa featuring a temple-shaped relief carved into a massive boulder, measuring approximately 80 x 65 cm and depicting a male figure in a tunic and draped cloak. The site also contains additional carved elements on the stone that indicate its use as a sacred or ritual location.
The site originated in the 2nd to 3rd century when Roman worshippers made votive offerings to agricultural deities such as Vertumnus or Silvanus. Later finds indicate that this location held sacred meaning for people living in the valley long before the Roman period.
The name Maometto comes from local Valle di Susa folklore that links ancient artifacts to Saracen traditions. This reflects how the region has absorbed different historical influences over centuries.
The site lies within an acacia grove positioned between Borgone and San Didero, where you can walk among the rock carvings and remains at ground level. Wear sturdy shoes as the terrain is uneven and can be damp in places.
A burial skeleton dating back 3500 years was discovered resting atop the main boulder, revealing that people regarded this location as sacred long before Roman times. This early evidence shows the site held deep meaning across different periods of habitation.
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