World Heritage Identification Number: 1253
World Heritage since: 2007
Category: Cultural Heritage
Transboundary Heritage: No
Endangered Heritage: No
Country: 🇷🇸 Serbia
Continent: Europe
UNESCO World Region: Europe and North America
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Gamzigrad-Romuliana, Palace of Galerius: A Unique Blend of Ceremonial and Memorial Functions
Gamzigrad-Romuliana, officially known as the Palace of Galerius, is a remarkable archaeological site and UNESCO World Heritage Site situated in the eastern region of Serbia, specifically near the city of Zaječar. This significant complex, dating back to the late 3rd and early 4th centuries, was commissioned by Emperor Caius Valerius Galerius Maximianus, who was renowned for naming it Felix Romuliana after his mother.
More to come…UNESCO Description of the World Heritage Site
The Late Roman fortified palace compound and memorial complex of Gamzigrad-Romuliana, Palace of Galerius, in the east of Serbia, was commissioned by Emperor Caius Valerius Galerius Maximianus, in the late 3rd and early 4th centuries. It was known as Felix Romuliana, named after the emperor’s mother. The site consists of fortifications, the palace in the north-western part of the complex, basilicas, temples, hot baths, memorial complex, and a tetrapylon. The group of buildings is also unique in its intertwining of ceremonial and memorial functions.
Encyclopedia Record: Gamzigrad
Gamzigrad is an archaeological site, spa resort, and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Serbia, located south of the Danube river, in the city of Zaječar. It is the location of the ancient Roman complex of palaces and temples Felix Romuliana, built by Emperor Galerius in Dacia Ripensis. The main area covers 10 acres (40,000 m2).Additional Site Details
Area: 179.217 hectares
(iv) — Outstanding example of a type of building or landscape
Coordinates: 43.8993055556 , 22.1861111111
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