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Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
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Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
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Hammam Essalihine, also known as Aquae Flavianae, is an ancient Roman bath complex located in the Aurès Mountains within the El Hamma District of Khenchela Province, Algeria. Dating back to the Flavian Dynasty in the 1st century CE, this site embodies the advanced engineering and architectural prowess of Roman civilization. As a bathing complex, it serves as a testament to the Roman emphasis on public hygiene and social gatherings. The site's enduring structure, nestled in a picturesque mountainous region, highlights its historical significance and continued cultural appeal. As such, Hammam Essalihine not only provides insight into Roman bathing practices but also reflects the broader sociocultural dynamics of the Roman Empire during the Late Classical Period.
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- Algeria
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