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THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF
Roman Domestic Religion

IB043
Cerro de Vila
Cult Space Type:
Shrine



Building Name:
Cerro de Vila
Site Name:
Cerro de Vila
Date:
3rd c. A.D., 4th c. A.D.
Country:
Portugal
Associated
Cult Spaces:
Room Function:
-
Viridarium/Garden
Features:
Nymphaeum
Description:
Located to the north of the site was a small nymphaeum. This nymphaeum was placed overlooking the neighbouring estuary. The structure was created from masonry and consisted of two portions, a rectangular section and a semicircular section that enclosed an oval basin. The structure was fed fresh water through a lead pipe system. No decoration of the structure has survived. The nymphaeum was situated at a distance from the residence.
References:
Teichner 2017</p>
Image Reference:
Teichner 2017
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