Descobreix Tarraco, L'empremta de Roma (Tarragona)

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Let yourself be captivated by history

Discover the archaeological complex of Tarraco, declared a World Heritage Site in 2000 by UNESCO and made up of a series of elements of the city of Tarragona and its nearby territory.

The monumentality of the remains that are preserved makes this set an exceptional testimony of the Roman footprint on the Iberian Peninsula.

Tarragona roman city

The ancient Tarraco was the main gateway of the classical world to Catalonia. From that past an invaluable historical legacy is conserved. As in other great Roman capitals, in Tarraco there were temples, basilicas, markets, theater, circus, amphitheater and one of the largest squares in the Empire, dedicated to the administration of the province. In the surrounding area great aqueducts, luxurious villas and triumphal arches were built.

For those who want to experience history first hand, the city organizes the Tarraco Viva Festival every year, where historical re-enactments, debates, workshops, monologues, visits and other activities serve to bring us closer to learning about our history.

Elements of the archaeological complex of Tarraco:

Tarragona

National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona / Tarraco Exhibition / MNAT. Shed 4
paleochristian necropolis
colony forum
Roman theatre
Archaeological walk-Walls
praetorian circus
Amphitheater
provincial forum
Monumental complex of Centcelles
Ferreres Aqueduct
Tower of the Scipios
Mèdol quarry

Other municipalities

Roman villa of the Munts, Altafulla
Arco de Berà, Roda de Berà
Monumental complex of Centcelles, Constantí

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