Roman Baths of Maximinos or Alto da Cividade or Maximinos Hill

Category: Archaeology > Thermal Baths

District: Braga > Braga > Braga > Cividade

Location and Historical Context

, Located in Cividade, in the parish of Braga (Maximinos, Sé e Cividade), municipality of Braga, Portugal.

, Belonged to the ancient Roman city of "Bracara Augusta", situated in the current Largo de Paulo Orósio.

History of the Baths

, Discovered in 1977 during archaeological excavations.

, They were public buildings intended to offer baths to the inhabitants and visitors of the city.

, They followed the practices of Roman medicine of the time, including anointing the body with oils and gymnastic exercises.

, They had different rooms, such as the sudatorium (heated room for sweating), the caldarium (room for washing) and the frigidarium (cold water pool to invigorate the body).

Characteristics of the Baths

, Excavated area of approximately 850 square meters.

, Existence of a hypocaust and swimming pool separated from the rest of the building by a corridor.

, Built at the end of the 1st century, during the Flavian period.

, Four hot rooms with relatively well-preserved hypocausts.

, Internal circuit and function of some compartments not yet fully defined.

, They underwent significant renovations at the end of the 4th century and the beginning of the following century, resulting in a reduction of the surface area.

Historical Importance and Classification

, Classified as a National Monument since 1986.

, They represent vestiges of the ancient Roman city and offer a fascinating glimpse into the lifestyle of the time.

Visiting the Baths

, Visitors have the opportunity to explore the ruins and imagine what the Roman baths were like.

, Stroll through the excavated area and observe the columns, compartments and remaining architectural structures.

, Appreciate the engineering and advanced design of the Roman baths.

, Understand the cultural and social importance of thermal baths in Roman society.

Practical Information

, Visiting hours, prices and additional information can be obtained from local tourist offices.

, Comfortable shoes are recommended for exploring the ruins.

, Tourist guides can provide detailed information about the history and significance of the baths.

, Respecting and preserving historical heritage is essential to ensure that future generations can enjoy these Roman relics.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Termas_romanas_de_Maximinos

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt