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Volubilis (Latin pronunciation: [wɔˈɫuːbɪlɪs]; Arabic: وليلي, romanized: walīlī; Berber languages: ⵡⵍⵉⵍⵉ, romanized: wlili) is a partly-excavated Berber-Roman city in Morocco situated near the city of Meknes that may have been the capital of the Kingdom of Mauretania, at least from the time of King Juba II. Before ...
Volubilis was a Roman city in Morocco that witnessed the exchange of influences from various cultures and civilizations. It has extensive ruins, mosaics, inscriptions and a rich history as the capital of the Idrisid dynasty.
Nov 24, 2020 · Volubilis was an ancient Roman city in Morocco, founded in the first century BC by a Berber prince. Explore its ruins, mosaics, temples and arch, and learn about its history and significance.
- Sarah Roller
Volubilis was a Roman city in ancient Mauretania, founded by Juba II and his wife Cleopatra Selene. Explore its history, monuments, mosaics, and inscriptions from the Neolithic to the Islamic period.
Volubilis, North African archaeological site, located near Fès in the Jebel Zerhoun Plain of Morocco. Under the Mauretanian king Juba II in the 1st century bc and the 1st century ad, Volubilis became a flourishing centre of late Hellenistic culture.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Feb 3, 2020 · One of the best preserved ancient sites in Morocco, the ruins offer a fascinating insight into the city that once served as the capital of the kingdom of Mauretania, and later as one of the southernmost cities of the Roman Empire.
Mar 24, 2020 · Learn how to hike to the ancient ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage site that was once an Amazigh, Roman and Islamic city. Discover the history, architecture and culture of this former capital and enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside.
