Arcidava, Ancient Roman fortress in Vărădia, Romania
Arcidava is an ancient Roman fortification on the left bank of the Caraș River in Caraș-Severin County, where stone foundations and walls remain visible today. The site reveals typical features of Roman military construction, including organized spaces for distinct purposes.
The site was established as a military post during Roman expansion in the region, built to protect boundaries and monitor important routes. It remained a key position in Roman control of the area for several centuries.
The name reflects its role as a border stronghold and remains part of local conversation and regional identity. People in the area view this site as evidence of how different ways of life coexisted in the same space during Roman times.
The site is openly accessible for walking tours, with archaeological markers and information boards marking key areas of interest. It helps to bring comfortable shoes and water, as the grounds are extensive and depend on weather conditions.
Excavations revealed that not only soldiers lived here but also families and craftspeople who formed their own communities. This mixing of military and civilian life in the same space is unusual and shows how different groups lived together in daily life.
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