Cidade Romana de Ammaia
This is the most important testimony to the Roman presence in the Portalegre District. The remains found here belong to the Roman city of Ammaia. Of note is the Monumental Ensemble of the Porta do Arco, which features the bases of two towers that flanked a city entrance, the threshold of the gate, and a paved public square. Also, noteworthy are the structure of the Forum and Temple, and the Quinta do Deão Building, where a pavement, a water pipe, and inscribed stones were found. Also, noteworthy are the Forum Bathhouse and the Theater.
Contacts
Estrada da Calçadinha, 4
7300-328,São Salvador da Aramenha
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- email: [email protected]
- website: http://www.ammaia.pt/
- social network: https://www.facebook.com/CidadeRomanaAmmaia/
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- monday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- tuesday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- wednesday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- thursday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- friday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- saturday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
- sunday: 09:00-12:30, 14:00-17:30
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Monuments near Cidade Romana de Ammaia
Cruzeiro Manuelino da Estrela
Manueline cruise consists of a base and capital decorated, possessing, at the top the cross with Christ.
Caleiras da Escusa
These structures were closely associated with local limestone mining and lime production. They were built in the 20th century and ceased operation around 1960.
Ponte da Madalena
Bridge of 17th century architecture, with Roman elements, such as the bow and the appliance part cut out.
Ponte da Ribeira das Trutas
18th century architecture bridge, rebuilt in the late 16TH century, beginning of 17th century. The ashlars can be constructive elements Romans.
