Gamzigrad
Gamzigrad (Serbian Cyrillic: ⓘ, pronounced [ɡǎmziɡraːd]) is an archaeological site, spa resort and UNESCO World Heritage Site of Serbia, located south of the Danube river, in the city of Zaječar. It is the location of the ancient Roman complex of palaces and temples Felix Romuliana (Serbian: Феликс Ромулијана / Feliks Romulijana), built by Emperor Galerius in Dacia Ripensis. The main area covers 10 acres (40,000 m2).
| Gamzigrad | |
|---|---|
| Native name Serbian: Гамзиград | |
| Location | Zaječar, Serbia |
| Coordinates | 43°53′57″N 22°11′06″E |
| Elevation | 197 m (646.3 ft) |
| Built | 298 AD |
UNESCO World Heritage Site | |
| Official name | Gamzigrad-Romuliana, Palace of Galerius |
| Type | Cultural |
| Criteria | iii, iv |
| Designated | 2007 (31st session) |
| Reference no. | 1253 |
| Region | Europe and North America |
| Official name | ГАМЗИГРАД |
| Type | Archaeological Sites of Exceptional Importance |
| Designated | 1983 |
| Reference no. | АН 40 |
Location of Gamzigrad within Serbia | |
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