Roman Villa Mosaics
Rio Verde
Well-preserved mosaic floors dating from the 1st
and 2nd centuries can be appreciated here. The room that faces north
contains a splendid mosaic of a Medusa's head with four snakes among
the strands of her hair and another two around her neck. Call 95
277 1442 for more information and opening times.
Mosaics in a Roman Villa at Rio Verde.
Roman Baths
Las Bovesas
Located next to the beach in the Guadalmina urbanisation,
the baths date back to the 3rd century and were first discovered
in 1926.
The solid mortar structure has survived the passing
of history and weather well, particularly considering the location
near the beach. The construction was built around an octagonal patio
of 9.75 metres in diameter which in its time was encrypted. Parallel
to the walls are the remains of a 1.20 metre deep octagonal pool.
The upper floor consists of a circular gallery with access to several
small rooms.
The generally held conclusion about the crypts is
that they were Roman Baths, although some believe that they were
large deposits for the water carried by the nearby aqueducts
The keys to visit these ruins can be obtained from
the San Pedro de Alcantera tourist office. Opening hours are Tuesdays,
Thursdays and Saturdays at 12 am. Telephone 952 78 1360 for more
information.
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