Conimbriga

Conimbriga is one of the largest Roman settlements, which is located on the territory of Portugal. This ancient city was founded in the 1st century AD, and in earlier times shared city Lisbon and Braga. 

Before the Romans conquered Conimbriga, in the first half of the 2nd century BC, the site of the city was a small village. Latin language and Roman culture developed rapidly among the local population, which contributed to the prosperity and expansion of the city. Researchers believe that the size of the population was about 10,000 people. Conimbriga often raided by barbarian tribes, the city eventually lost its power. In 465, nearly the entire population left the city, he was captured and plundered ancient German tribe. 

The ruins of this ancient Roman city perfectly preserved to this day. Now everyone can touch that distant era, visiting Conimbriga. Here you can see the ancient amphitheater at 5000 spectators, as well as houses, baths, mosaics that adorned the floors in those days, and many other heritage history. 

Roman ruins Conimbriga considered among the national monuments of Portugal. 

In Conimbriga can get your own transport, or on the tourist bus from Coimbra. You can also leave the condo and Nova or go there on foot, covered the distance is less than two kilometers.