Lambaesis

  • The Ruins of Lambaesis, a Roman town and Legionary Fortress, are located next to the village of Tazoult in Algeria.
  • It was founded between 123-129 CE by Hadrian (117-138 CE) and was located in the Province of Africa Proconsularis.

History

Roman Sites

  • The Site holds extensive Remains:
    • Amphitheatre (c.169 CE)
      • seating for 12,000 spectators
    • Aqueducts
    • Arch of Septimius Severus (193-211 CE)
    • Arch of Commodus (177-192 CE)
    • Bath houses
    • Capitol
    • Cemeteries
    • Praetorium (268 CE)
    • Roman Bridge
    • Temples
    • Temple of Asclepius

Lambaesis, Tazoult, Algeria

123 CE
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