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
About
Tamera, located in a valley in northern Tunisia, is a site of significant historical and archaeological interest. The area is home to the ruins of a Roman town known as Tagarbala, which was part of the Roman province of Byzacena during late antiquity. This site provides insights into the organization and structure of Roman provincial towns during the Late Classical Period. Additionally, the site was involved in British airborne operations during World War II, marking its continued strategic importance into the Industrial Period. The presence of a railway station indicates ongoing developments in transportation and infrastructure, reflecting the site's evolving role in regional connectivity. Tamera's archaeological and historical layers make it a valuable resource for understanding the broader historical narratives of the region.
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