Roman Tunisia initially included the early ancient Roman province of Africa, later renamed Africa Vetus. As the Roman empire expanded, the present Tunisia also included part of the province of Africa Nova.

Nov 13, 2019 · Incredibly intact ruins of affluent ancient cities are dotted across Tunisia's entire landscape, so numerous that many of the sites remain unexcavated and unknown. Here are the best places to see the remnants of Rome in Tunisia. El Jem's colosseum is the second largest Roman arena ever built. Marques / Shutterstock El Jem

Tunisia’s rich Roman heritage offers a real treasure trove of ruins waiting to be explored. From the majestic amphitheater of El Jem to the underground villas of Bulla Regia, to the complete city of Dougga and the collection of finest Roman mosaics in the Bardo museum.

Feb 8, 2024 · A guide to Tunisia’s best Roman ruins. Want to know which archaeological sites in Tunisia are worth seeing? These are the best ones to visit.

Dec 31, 2018 · From their zenith to their ruin, ancient sites have been rediscovered all over Tunisia for the past few decades. The Romans have been significant contributors to what is left now, from public baths to amphitheaters and temples, ruins …

Jan 9, 2020 · Tunisia, a sliver of North Africa wedged between the Mediterranean Sea and the Sahara Desert is filled with Roman ruins that you may not expect to see in Africa, but that are very much worth checking out. Here are the seven Roman archaeological sites you should visit to make for an archaeology-inspired trip to Tunisia.

Oct 14, 2023 · Maktar, Bulla Regia, and Sbeitla are impressive ancient ruins in Tunisia that showcase the influence of various civilizations, from the Berbers to the Romans. The ruins of Carthage, including the famous Carthaginian, Roman, Byzantine, and Arab ruins, offer a glimpse into the rise and fall of a powerful empire that once threatened Rome.

Dec 11, 2023 · Bulla Regia is an archaeological site in northwestern Tunisia, a former Roman city near modern Jendouba. The architectural uniqueness of Bulla Regia is what made it such an important location in Tunisia. Many of the houses were composed of …

Aug 6, 2023 · Sufetula, one of the best-preserved ancient Roman cities in North Africa, is swamped with temples, monumental arches, and bath complexes that testify of a once-thriving civilization. Much about this fascinating place remains unclear.

Jan 19, 2024 · The Amphitheatre of El Jem is one of the largest and best-preserved Roman monuments ever built in the world, and is unique in Africa. It bears outstanding witness to Roman architecture, notably monuments built for spectator events.