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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Capidava, located near the modern commune of Topalu in Romania, is an archaeological site of significant historical importance. Initially a fortified center for the Geto-Dacians, it showcases the strategic military architecture of the era. Following the Roman conquest of Dacia, Capidava transformed into a Roman city and military camp (castra) within the province of Scythia Minor. This site is depicted on the Tabula Peutingeriana, a Roman map dating from the 1st to the 4th century CE, highlighting its role in regional transportation and military logistics. Archaeological findings, such as a military marking pillar, confirm the accuracy of the ancient map's distances between Capidava and neighboring Roman settlements, underscoring its importance as a hub in the Roman road network.
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