Since ancient times, the salt pans of the Roman coast were one of the most important places for salt production and a significant source of livelihood for the area. For this reason, there were several warehouses used for its storage before being transported to Rome by river.
“The salt warehouses in Ostia Antica”
A primitive structure of the Episcope probably existed as early as the Middle Ages, but very little is known about it. In 1511 Raffaele Riario obtained the bishopric of Ostia and decided to enlarge the building. A new wing was built on the right side of the Church of Sant’Aurea, forming a single block with it.
“The Episcope of Ostia Antica”
Dear friends of Info-Attiva, like every month we have prepared a calendar full of activities for adults and children to discover the historical, archaeological and naturalistic treasures of the Roman coast. To find out more about our visits and educational workshops, do not hesitate to contact us by writing to info@visitostiaantica.org or by sms or WahtsApp at the numbers 3711094599 – 3337328993.
“Calendar of visits and educational workshops November 2017”
An extraordinary but unfortunately little known archaeological site, the necropolis of Porto actually represents a unicum in the context of Roman burial grounds. Thanks to its exceptional conservation, due to the layers of sand that have protected the tombs for many centuries, it is possible to understand what an ancient Roman necropolis must have been like.
“A day at the Necropolis of Porto”
Another symbol of the Borgo di Ostia Antica is represented by the church dedicated to Sant’Aurea. There is little news regarding the saint. From the Acts of the Martyrs we know that she came from a noble Roman family and that she was martyred under Claudius the Gothic in the third century. His body, thrown into the sea and carried ashore by the waves, was buried “foras muros portae Ostiae”, in an area already used for burials in the imperial age.
“The church of Sant’Aurea in Ostia Antica”
Dear friends of Info-Attiva, take advantage of these splendid Roman october events with us to discover or re-discover the archaeological and naturalistic treasures of our area. There are many activities for both adults and children in our calendar of visits and educational workshops. Remember that reservations are required: we are waiting for you!
“Calendar of visits and educational workshops October 2017”
On 29 and 30 September the “Ostia Revivit” event took place in the Archaeological Park of Ostia Antica. The event was organized by the associations S.P.Q.R., Mos Maiorum and Romanitas. During these two days, visitors had the opportunity to relive a typical day in the ancient Roman city. Educational activities were set up in the Piazzale delle Corporazioni and behind the Capitolium.
“Ostia Revivit!”
An extraordinary but unfortunately little known archaeological site, the necropolis of Porto actually represents a unicum in the context of Roman burial grounds. Thanks to its exceptional conservation, due to the layers of sand that have protected the tombs for many centuries, it is possible to understand what an ancient Roman necropolis must have been like. The funerary monuments date from the beginning of the 2nd century AD. and the middle of the third century AD, but modest interventions are attested up to the fourth century AD.
“A day at the Necropolis of Porto”
For some months now, the Castle of Pope Julius II, located in the enchanting setting of the Renaissance village of Ostia Antica, has finally reopened its doors. Thanks also to the battles carried out by cultural associations and private citizens in love with their territory, the Castle is now accessible, under the direction of the Lazio Museum.
“The Castle of Julius II is finally accessible to the public!”
Dear friends of the Info-Attiva, June is the ideal month to enjoy the beauties of our territory: from Ostia Antica to the Villa di Plinio, from the Necropolis of Porto to the imperial ports of Claudius and Trajan, many visits and educational workshops dedicated to edutainment, intelligent entertainment.
“Visits and workshops calendar”
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