Located in the heart of Ceuta, the Late Roman Basilica is a paleochristian basilica estimated to date back to the 4th or 5th century AD. This archaeological site was discovered by Emilio Fernández Sotelo in 1987 and declared a site of cultural interest in 1991. A building was constructed around the site following a project by the architect Javier Arnáiz Seco, and it was inaugurated on November 1, 2006.
The structure features the typical layout of North African basilicas, characterized by a rectangular plan. It consists of three naves and a central apse oriented toward the south.
Visitors can view the preserved starts of the walls and the Necrópolis located in the subfloor. The site serves as a museum where these ancient ruins are preserved for public viewing.
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Written by Nik Frost
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