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Founded in the 1C BC by the Romans, Merida retains an impressive number of Roman and Arabic architectural remains.

Merida is the capital of the autonomous community of Extremadura, western central Spain. The Archaeological Ensemble of Merida has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1993. Among the remaining Roman monuments are: the Puente Romano, a bridge over the Guadiana River that is still used by pedestrians, and the longest of all existing Roman bridges; remains of the Forum, including the Temple of Diana, and of the Roman Provincial Forum, including the so-called Arch of Trajan; remains of the Circus Maximus (1st century BC), one of the best preserved Roman circus buildings; and more.

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Merida, Spain

Bridges of Merida by Jordi E

Founded in the 1C BC by the Romans, Merida retains an impressive number of Roman and Arabic architectural remains.
Town Center, Merida

Trojanerbuen i Merida by Arild Helgeland

Mingle with the locals, enjoy the eateries, and visit the shops as you explore the old monuments that appear among the bustle.
Amphitheater, Merida

Visita a Merida by Jesús Pérez Pacheco

Erected in the 1C BC, this postcard-perfect Roman theater is well-preserved and retains a large portion of its regal charm.
National Museum of Roman Art, Merida

MNAR-002 by Manuel Ramirez Sanchez

This museum not only displays numerous Roman artifacts, but also shows off the excavation site upon which the museum sits.
Merida Romana

_BRK1835 by Boris Kasimov

Dating to the 1C BC, these Roman ruins feature an amphitheater, a temple, and a museum on-site hosting additional relics.
St. Eulalia Basilica, Merida

StaEulalia-01 by Manuel Ramirez Sanchez

Erected on top of a Christian necropolis, this Romanesque church dates to the 4C and boasts Visigothic stylistic elements.

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Trojanerbuen i Merida by Arild Helgeland

Town Center, Merida

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Amphitheater, Merida

MNAR-002 by Manuel Ramirez Sanchez

National Museum of Roman Art, Merida

_BRK1835 by Boris Kasimov

Merida Romana

StaEulalia-01 by Manuel Ramirez Sanchez

St. Eulalia Basilica, Merida

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