Brgud, Settlement in Benkovac, Croatia
Brgud is a small settlement in Benkovac municipality, Zadar County, characterized by scattered houses spread across a large rural area. The village sits in a hilly landscape with minimal permanent population today.
This location possibly hosted the ancient Roman settlement of Alveria, with remains found at the Jarebinjak hilltop. Archaeological discoveries suggest the region was inhabited during late antiquity by different peoples.
The site contains remnants that suggest the location of the ancient Roman settlement of Alveria on the Jarebinjak hill-fort within Brgud's boundaries.
This location is best reached through the nearby town of Benkovac, which offers regional services and regular markets. Visitors should expect rural conditions and agricultural paths throughout the area.
Excavations at the Jarebinjak hill uncovered a bow fibula from the 5th century, a rare artifact from the Migration Period. This find significantly contributes to understanding early medieval settlement patterns in this rural region.
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