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HAIDRA
The huge border city
Haïdra is the modern name, Ammaedara was the original name for this great Roman city. It is one of the oldest Roman cities in Africa, located as a border city protecting the fertile valleys against the rebellious tribal lords of the Algerian and Tunisian mountains.
Despite its extent and riches, Haïdra is largely unexcavated and free to roam in between cheering locals and grazing sheep.
What you find here is one of the largest Byzantine fortresses in Tunisia, a selection of fine buildings, a well-preserved Byzantine church and underground baths. And not to forget: The fascinating mausoleums in the shape of towers.
Seen from the Vandal chapel, you see the Byzantine fortress to the right and the forested mountains in the back.
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