Passeig Arqueològic
When the Romans decided to enclose their city of Tarraco in the 2nd century a.d., they built their walls on top of huge boulders. Only about a third of the original 3,500m construction still stands, and you can follow a garden-like path for about 0.8km (1/2 mile) of that length. Historic markers show the way; there are also opportunities to climb up onto the ramparts for views of the sea and country. As a reminder of the progression of history, you’ll find cannon placed in battlements by the Spanish in the early 18th century.
When the Romans decided to enclose their city of Tarraco in the 2nd century a.d., they built their walls on top of huge boulders. Only about a third of the original 3,500m construction still stands, and you can follow a garden-like path for about 0.8km (1/2 mile) of that length. Historic markers show the way; there are also opportunities to climb up onto the ramparts for views of the sea and country. As a reminder of the progression of history, you’ll find cannon placed in battlements by the Spanish in the early 18th century.
Details
Bookstore
Available as paperback
and as e-book.
