Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
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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Negrine, located in north-eastern Algeria, was historically significant as the site of the ancient settlement Casae Nigrae. It thrived during the Roman era as part of the province of Numidia, hosting a prominent bishopric and being the birthplace of Donatus Magnus, a key figure in the Donatist Church. Archaeologically, the site reveals layers of history dating back to the Capsian culture, characterized by snail shells and ostrich egg engravings. Roman ruins dot the landscape, indicating a well-established settlement that served as a religious and administrative center until the Muslim conquest in the 7th century CE. Today, it reflects the rich tapestry of cultural transitions from prehistoric times through Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic influences, offering insights into the region's dynamic historical trajectory.
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