Mérida
- States
- Spain
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1993
- Location
- Province of Badajoz, Autonomous Community of Extremadura
- Region
- Europe & North America
- Coordinates
- 38.91611, -6.33778
- Last Visited
- 2018
- UNESCO ID
- 664
- WH Site
- 664
The Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Spain, showcases an impressive collection of Roman ruins from the ancient city of Emerita Augusta, founded in 25 BC. This well-preserved site includes a grand theater, amphitheater, temples, aqueducts, and bridges, reflecting the architectural and engineering prowess of the Roman Empire. It offers a glimpse into the daily life, culture, and governance of a provincial Roman capital, making it a significant historical and archaeological treasure.
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Points (22)
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• Alcantarilla Bridge
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• Casa Herrera Basilica
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• Church of Sta. Clara and Visigothic Art Collection
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• Cornalvo Dam
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• Guadiana River Dam, Roman Bridge over Guadiana River, Alcazaba
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• Local Forum
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• Los Milagros Aqueduct
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• National Museum of Roman Art
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• Proserpina Dam
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• Roman Bridge over Albarregas River
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• Roman Theatre, Amphitheatre, the Amphitheatre House
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• Roman Wall and Albarrana Islamic Tower
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• San Lázaro Aqueduct
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• Sta. Catalina Basilica
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• Sta. Eulalia Basilica: Interpretation Centre, Temple of Mars
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• Sta. Eulalia Obelisk
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• Temple of Diana
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• The Mithraeum House - The Columbaria Funerary Area
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• The Roman Circus
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• Thermal Baths at Alange
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• Thermal Baths at Reyes Huertas St.
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• Trajan's Arch, Concordia Temple