Carsioli

Carsioli is the archaeological remains of a Roman city in the hills of the Abruzzi region, about 67 kilometers northeast of Rome. The ruins show limestone walls, temple foundations, and street sections that connected to ancient trade routes.

The city was founded in the early 4th century BC by a local tribe and later conquered by Rome. It thrived for several centuries but then lost importance as new roads and settlements developed elsewhere in the region.

This was an important trading center that controlled the route between Rome and the mountain regions. People used the paved roads and buildings for several centuries before the settlement gradually fell into decline.

This site sits on a high plateau in the mountains and is best explored on foot with sturdy shoes recommended. The paths between the ruins can be uneven and poorly marked, so gathering local information beforehand is helpful.

A Roman milestone from 97 AD still stands near its original location and shows when and by whom the road was built. This is one of the few objects that allows precise dating and reveals that Emperor Nerva supported this trade route.