Tiddis

Tiddis, also known as Castellum Tidditanorum, was a Roman city situated in eastern Algeria, near the modern commune of Béni Hamidane. The site served as a vicus and a defensive castellum within the Confederatio Cirtense. Prominent features include a monumental gate, public baths, tanneries, and a sanctuary to Mithras, indicating a blend of Roman and indigenous cultural influences. The city became Romanized, featuring typical Roman urban elements such as a forum and curia. It also served as an ecclesiastical center from the 5th century CE, with two basilicas. The site witnessed significant activity from the Classical to the Post-Classical periods, surviving until the Arab conquest in the 7th century CE. Today, Tiddis stands as an important archaeological site, showcasing the vestiges of Roman civilization in North Africa.