Archaeologists have discovered the largest Roman baths in the Netherlands in Nijmegen. The luxurious complex was built with marble and tiles made of black and white limestone. The size of the complex, construction materials, and found items indicate the prosperity of the city during the Roman Empire era when it was known as Ulpius Noviomagus. The excavation also revealed foundations of houses connected to streets, luxury urban homes, and a tower. Items such as bone hairpins, jewelry, coins, and a bronze bust depicting the Roman god of wine Bacchus were found, indicating the luxury in which the
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Official sources cited
- press release AFP
- government Municipality of Nijmegen
