Volubilis

A visit to Volubilis, the archaeological site located near Meknes, between Fez and Rabat, should not be missed during your stay in Morocco. Volubilis, an important outpost of the Roman empire in the 3rd century B.C. is an exceptionally well preserved example of Roman Africa, which stretched out for over more than 40 hectares. Volubilis is listed as a UNESCO Heritage site since 1997 and is really worth a visit, especially at sunset, when the shadows of the ruins give this site a truly fascinating atmosphere. In a place where Latin language survived for centuries, you can admire the “Victory Arch” built in 217 to honor the Emperor Caracalla, the remarkable mosaics of Ephebe’s house and the Capitol towering over an arid plain. In short: Rome in Africa!



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