Ciudad romana Segóbriga
Epoch:
Segóbriga Archaeological Park is an important Celtiberian and Roman site located around the hill called Cerro Cabeza de Griego in the town of Saelices (Cuenca, Spain).
Mining of lapis specularis (the crystallized gypsum which serve as window glass) and its peripheral farmers should be the main engines of growth and development of monumental Segóbriga, which includes:
- Teather.
- Amphiteather.
- Large public baths.
- Basilica.
- Temples and markets, etc.
Becoming the most important urban center of the southern plateau and reference for urban life of the Roman way.
The city is in ruins but well preserved, so his visit is highly recommended, as it will give us an idea of everyday life in a roman city.
Links:
Patrimonio Histórico de Castilla-La Mancha
Address:
Parque Arqueológico de Segóbriga
Ctra. Carrascosa de Campo a Villamayor de Santiago, s/n
Saelices, Cuenca 16430Spain