Suessula, Archaeological site in Province of Naples, Italy
The ruins of Suessula extend across a woodland area near Acerra, containing remains of ancient Roman structures and Oscan burial grounds.
The settlement gained prominence in 343 BC when Marcus Valerius Corvus led Roman forces to defeat the Samnite army at this strategic location.
Archaeological excavations between 1878 and 1886 revealed multiple Oscan tombs and artifacts, now preserved in the Naples Archaeological Museum.
The archaeological area lies 7 kilometers northeast of Acerrae and 7 kilometers south of Maddaloni, accessible through the former Via Popillia route.
Romans established a permanent military installation called Castra Claudiana at Suessula to monitor Hannibal's movements during the Second Punic War.
Location: Province of Naples
GPS coordinates: 40.98985,14.39817
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:52
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