Roman Thermae of Maximinus, Roman thermal complex in Braga, Portugal.
Ruinas Romanas de Cividade is an ancient bathing complex in Braga containing rectangular structures with multiple chambers designed for different water temperatures. The buildings display Roman engineering with separate sections for hot, warm, and cold water immersion.
The complex dates to the early 2nd century and was part of the ancient city of Bracara Augusta. Scientific excavations uncovered the remains and provided evidence of how people lived during the Roman period in this region.
The bathhouse served as a social hub where Romans gathered and spent time together daily. People moved through the different pools and heated rooms not just to wash, but to meet friends and conduct business.
The site is located in an urban area and easy to find when walking through Braga. Wearing sturdy shoes is helpful since the ground is uneven and the ancient building foundations remain partially exposed.
Just meters away stands an ancient Roman theater where excavations continue to this day. This proximity reveals that this area of ancient Bracara Augusta was densely packed with different types of public buildings.
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