Ad Duas Lauros, Archaeological site in eastern Rome, Italy.
Ad Duas Lauros is an archaeological site in eastern Rome with remains of residential and working buildings from ancient times. The ruins lie along Via Labicana and include two main villa complexes plus traces of support structures and courtyards.
The site began as a country estate during the Republican period and later became a residence used by Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine. This shift shows how private properties passed into imperial ownership.
The villas show how wealthy Romans designed and lived in their country residences, with different spaces for family and guests. You can still see how these buildings fit into the landscape and what role they held in daily life.
The site is part of a larger archaeological park and is best explored on foot by staying on marked paths. It is wise to bring a hat and water on sunny days, as there are few shaded areas.
Excavations uncovered large amounts of grape remains and pressing installations, showing that the villa was also a major wine production site. This dual function as both home and agricultural business was typical for wealthy Roman families.
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