UNESCO WHS - Thermal Baths at Alange Postcard

UNESCO WHS Serie - World Heritage Sites in Spain Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida / Conjunto arqueológico de Mérida - The colony of Augusta Emerita, which became present-day Mérida, was founded in 25 BC at the end of the Spanish Campaign and was the capital of Lusitania. The well-preserved remains of the old city include, in particular, a large bridge over the Guadiana, an amphitheatre, a theatre, a vast circus and an exceptional water-supply system. It is an excellent example of a provincial Roman capital during the empire and in the years afterwards. The Bath first constructions date from the 3rd century and were dedicated to the goddess Juno. Two round thermal baths under domes that were part of the original construction can still be seen here. Over the years the spa has been refurbished several times until it has become what it is today, an important thermal baths that incorporate Roman constructions and modern infrastructure. Name: Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida Site: Thermal Baths at Alange / Termas romanas de Alange Country: Spain Location: Province of Badajoz, Extremadura Inscription: 1993 Category: Cultural (iii)(iv) Unesco Ref: 664-022 Special Feature: The card has a QR-Code on the backside to navigate for more Informations about the site.