The enigmatic Roman temple beneath St Martin's church in Ancaster: once a

The enigmatic Roman temple beneath St Martin's church in Ancaster: once a

Looking at St Martin's church in Ancaster, you might think you're looking at a medieval structure. But beneath its walls lies a surprising secret: it's built on the site of a Roman temple.

Ancaster, located in South Kesteven district, Lincolnshire, England, was once a thriving Roman town. It stood at the intersection of two major Roman roads: Ermine Street and King Street. It is believed that a temple was built here, but the exact purpose of this temple remains unknown. The name 'Ancaster' first appears in a 12th-century Danelaw charter from the reign of Henry II. While much about this ancient town remains a mystery, its story is one of transformation over time, from its days as a bustling Roman settlement to its present form as a peaceful village.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

Written by Nicolo Ciampini

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