Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium
Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium, Roman archaeological site in Cologne, Germany
The site features remains of defensive walls extending four kilometers, with sections of Roman towers and gates marking the ancient city perimeter.
Established in 50 CE under Emperor Claudius, the colony gained prominence as the capital of Germania Inferior and contained military headquarters for Roman forces.
The settlement included temples dedicated to Roman deities, a theater, and the Ara Ubiorum altar, which served as a central worship location.
The Romano-Germanic Museum displays numerous artifacts from the site, including architectural elements, mosaics, and everyday objects from Roman times.
The discovered remains of a second-century library indicate the presence of over 20,000 scrolls, making it the earliest known library in Germany.
Location: Germania Inferior
Location: Germania Secunda
Location: Cologne
Part of: Lower German Limes, Frontiers of the Roman Empire – The Lower German Limes (Germany)
GPS coordinates: 50.93806,6.95694
Latest update: August 14, 2025 16:00
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