Roman Ruins of Milreu

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Ruins, Park, Relax in park, Historical place

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The Roman ruins of Milreu are the remains of an important Roman villa rustica located in the civil parish of Estói in the municipality of Faro, Portugal, classified as a Monumento Nacional. The Milreu ruins constitute the most prominent and well preserved evidence of Roman presence in the Algarve. They are mainly composed of the remnants of a once luxurious villa with annexed thermae and several surrounding buildings, including a temple, mausoleum and industrial and commercial structures. The archaeological site still preserves part of the once exuberant mosaics that decorated the floor and walls of the villa. A 16th century house is also located in the area, alongside an interpretation centre. ()

Local name: Ruínas romanas de Milreu Abandoned: X centuryElevation: 249 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 37°5'43"N, 7°54'14"W

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En 2-6Estoi 8000-670 FaroPortugal

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Locality
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