Numancia. Ancient Celtiberian settlement. Famous in the Celt
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Numancia. Ancient Celtiberian settlement. Famous in the Celt
Numancia. Ancient Celtiberian settlement. Famous in the Celtiberian Wars. Roman ruins. Near Soria. Spain
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Africanus Antique Castile Leon Celtiberian Excavations Iberian Numancia Numantia Peninsula Romans Scipio Siege Soria Wars Aemilianus
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Numancia: An Ancient Celtiberian Settlement Famous in the Celtiberian Wars and Roman Ruins in Castile-Leon, Spain This evocative image transports us back in time to the ancient Celtiberian settlement of Numancia, located near the modern-day city of Soria in Spain. Established in the 4th century BC, Numancia was a significant Celtiberian city in the Iberian Peninsula, known for its fierce resistance against the expanding Roman Empire during the Celtiberian Wars. The ruins of Numancia, now a testament to the rich history of the region, offer a glimpse into the lives of the ancient Celts and Romans who once inhabited this land. The remains of the city's defensive walls, temples, and other structures stand proudly against the backdrop of the rugged Spanish countryside. One of the most famous episodes in Numancia's history occurred during the Siege of Numancia in 133 BC, when the city's residents, led by their chieftain Vercingetorix, held out against the Roman army under the command of Scipio Aemilianus and Scipio Africanus. Despite being vastly outnumbered, the Numantians held out for over two years before eventually surrendering. The story of their heroic resistance became a legend in the ancient world, and the city's name was forever etched into the annals of history. Excavations of the site continue to reveal new insights into the lives of the ancient Celts and Romans who once called Numancia home. This image serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage that can be found throughout Spain and the rest of Europe, and the enduring allure of the ancient world.
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