What is the modern name for Verulamium?
Verulamium, also called (Celtic) Verlamio or Verlamion, pre-Roman and Romano-British town in the territory of the Catuvellauni, across the River Ver from what is now St. Albans, Hertfordshire, England.
Where was the Hypocaust located?
Sitting a short walk from the internationally recognised Verulamium Museum is the Hypocaust. Located within Verulamium Park, this ancient underfloor heating system is a marvel of Roman engineering and an excellent example of the first indoor heating systems installed in Britain.
What parts of Verulamium are still visible?
The city walls and gateway A rather long section of the city walls of Verulamium can still be seen today. The walls were constructed around 270 AD and were over 3m thick at foundation level and over 2m high.
When did the Romans leave Verulamium?
The Roman Army left the area in AD 410 and this started the decline and decay of the area. This decay was to provide the platform for the development of a new area though and the ruined buildings of Verulamium provided the buildings materials of the area which would be known as St Albans.
Why is the Verulamium Theatre so special?
The Roman Theatre of Verulamium is unique. Built in about 140AD it is the only example of its kind in Britain, being a theatre with a stage rather than an Amphitheatre. The theatre was refurbished in 2014 to include new steps, pathways and handrails. There is now improved, yet limited disabled access.
Which bath was turned into a church by Michelangelo?
The Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli
The Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli was once the central hall of the Diocletian baths, converted into a basilica by Michelangelo in 1561.
Are there any remains of the Roman city of Verulamium?
There are a few remains of the Roman town still visible (Verulamium), such as parts of the city walls, a hypocaust in situ under a mosaic floor, but the most spectacular are the remains of the Roman theatre. In its heyday Verulamium was the third largest city in Roman Britain.
Are there any surviving mosaics in Verulamium?
The remains of more the forty mosaics have been found at Verulamium, some of them being the finest ever found in Britain. Surviving painting frescoes are rare in Britain and the Verulamium Museum is exceptional in having several well-preserved wall paintings.
Which is the best entrance to Verulamium?
Large gateways controlled the four main entrances to the town of Verulamium. The best preserved is the London Gate on the south side of the town. All four main gates were massive structures with double carriageways and narrow passageways for pedestrians.
Where is the Verulamium Museum in St Albans?
Located in Verulamium park, the Verulamium Museum was established following the 1930s excavations carried out by Mortimer Wheeler and his wife Tessa Wheeler. Wandering around the rooms, one can learn how the ancient town was built, how the inhabitants of the city made a living and also how their dead were buried.