Domvs Romana, Roman archaeological museum in Mdina, Malta.
Description
Domvs Romana is an archaeological museum in Mdina housing the remains of a Roman townhouse from the 1st century BC. The site preserves mosaic floors and artifacts that illustrate how a wealthy household functioned during that period.
History
The townhouse was built in the 1st century BC and remained in use until the 11th century, when it was converted into a cemetery. Its discovery in 1881 led to the creation of Malta's first dedicated archaeological museum.
Culture
The displays show how a wealthy Roman family lived day to day, with objects like oil lamps, pottery, and jewelry revealing their tastes and daily routines.
Practical
The museum sits in central Rabat with convenient public transport connections and nearby bus stops. The space features ramps and wide doorways that make it accessible for visitors with mobility needs.
Did you know?
After Arab conquest in the 11th century, the house became a cemetery with roughly 245 burials marked by limestone and marble tombstones bearing Arabic inscriptions. This shift reveals how the same location served completely different communities across centuries.
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