Septempeda, Archaeological site in San Severino Marche, Italy.
Description
Septempeda is a Roman settlement whose ruins include residential structures, thermal baths, defensive walls, and entrance gates spread across an extensive area. The remains reveal mosaic flooring, columns, and other architectural elements that illustrate how the settlement was organized and built.
History
The settlement was established in 268 BC as a strategic point controlling trade routes between the Adriatic coast and Rome. Over time, it developed into an important Roman city before being eventually abandoned and lost to time.
Culture
The archaeological excavations revealed numerous funeral monuments and inscriptions that document the presence of temples dedicated to Jupiter and Feronia.
Practical
The ruins are located about two kilometers east of San Severino Marche near the Potenza River in the Pieve area. The site is accessible on foot with good visibility of the excavated structures across the open ground.
Did you know?
The thermal baths contain a swimming pool and multiple rooms decorated with elaborate mosaic patterns that showcase Roman craftsmanship. These details reveal the wealth and daily comforts enjoyed by the ancient inhabitants.
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