Estação lusitana-romana dos Casais Velhos - Cascais, Portugal - Ancient Roman Civilization on Waymarking.com

The Archaeological Lusitanian-Roman station of Casais Velhos located in the municipality of Cascais, and it was found the remains of a Roman town with baths and two necropolis, where the abundance of shells "murex" suggests the existed in the villa a fabric dyeing industry (production of purple).

Its importance stems from the fact that it is unique in the Iberian peninsula.

It is declared as public interest on September 25, 1984.

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Most Relevant Historical Period: Roman Empire > 27 B.C. Admission Fee: Free Opening days/times: 24/7 Web Site: [Web Link] Condition: Some remaining traces (ruins) or pieces

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Date Logged Log User Rating   01/06/2008 Kelux visited it