Archaeological Park of Urbs Salvia, Archaeological park and national museum in Urbisaglia, Italy.
The Archaeological Park of Urbs Salvia is a Roman excavation site near Urbisaglia with remains of a theater, amphitheater, and water distribution systems. The park covers a large area and shows how this ancient settlement was organized.
The settlement began as a Roman colony in the late Republic and thrived especially under the emperors Augustus and Tiberius. Its prosperity ended when the city was destroyed during invasions of Germanic tribes.
The on-site museum displays mosaics and pottery from Roman times, discovered through excavations at the location. The collection shows how people lived and worked in this ancient settlement.
The park is walkable and most of the ruins can be explored by visitors. It is helpful to wear sturdy shoes and bring sun protection, as the site has limited shade.
The settlement was known for salt production, which gave the place its name - Urbs Salvia means City of Salt. This economic specialization made the colony wealthy and important for many centuries.
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