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05-MAY-2014

Mérida. Arco de Trajano

THE TRAJANO'S ARC, was the monumental access gate to the holy space (temenos) that surrounded a gigantic imperial cult temple. The semicircular arch that is preserved at 15 metres above the beginning of the pillars was the central opening of a gate with three arches. The two lateral ones were smaller and segmental arches. The whole structure is made out of granite ashlars.

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bill friedlander27-May-2014 17:41
Nicely composed with the arch as frame. It was built well to last this long. V
Frank Brault27-May-2014 17:02
A splendid arch and fine presentation. V
Helen Betts27-May-2014 16:36
Striking use of the ancient arch to frame the house beyond. This is certainly a treasure chest of a town! V.
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