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Grumentum
40.2839° N, 15.9061° E
About
Grumentum (Ancient Greek: Γρούμεντον) was an ancient Roman city in the centre of Lucania, in what is now the comune of Grumento Nova, c. 50 km (31 mi) south of Potenza by the direct road through Anxia, and 80 km (50 mi) by the Via Herculia, at the point of divergence of a road eastward to Heraclea. The main public buildings of the city have been excavated and are in excellent condition.
Historical Timeline
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Amphitheatre built
1st century BC
Portico construction
43 BC
Thermae and walls repairs
57–51 BC
Roman foundation
3rd century BC
Hannibal headquarters
207 BC
Defeat of Hanno
215 BC
Domus mosaics
4th century AD
Martyrdom of St Laverius
312 AD
Became bishopric
370 AD
Lucanian settlements
6th century BC
Founding of new town Saponara
954 AD
Archaeological Features
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Defensive Structures
Water Management Features
Public and Civic Structures
Burial and Funerary Structures
Religious and Ritual Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Transportation and Communication Structures
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