Roman ruins of Creiro, Roman fish salting factory ruins in Azeitão, Portugal.
Description
The Fish Salting Factory of Creiro is an ancient Roman facility for preserving fish with surviving stone tanks and processing areas. The tanks were carefully arranged to store and process fish in large quantities.
History
The facility emerged in the first centuries after Christ and remained active as a production site across several centuries. It shows how Romans established their craft techniques at this coastal location.
Culture
The structures show how Romans preserved fish and seafood and what role these products played in daily life and trade. You can see how workers arranged and used the tanks for their daily work.
Practical
The site is freely accessible and can be visited at any time, but it is located within a nature reserve. It is advisable to wear sturdy shoes and be prepared for uneven terrain.
Did you know?
The tanks remain visible in their original arrangement, offering a rare glimpse into Roman production methods. This preservation allows visitors to understand the actual workflow at this location.
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