Two Roman domus discovered in Luni Archaeological Area

During an excavation campaign in theLuni Archaeological Area, two Roman domus dating back to the first century B.C. came to light.

The excavations, directed by Professor Simonetta Menchelli of theUniversity of Pisa, are part of the"Luni, the City of Luna Project," which is aimed at reconstructing the urban and territorial landscapes of the ancient city.

According to Professor Menchelli, the southern domus had frescoes on the walls, traceable by the presence of numerous fragments of red plaster, and rooms paved with mosaics with geometric and plant themes. The northern domus underwent considerable renovations in the fourth and fifth centuries, and the presence of a large pool probably denotes the installation of a fullonica, or fabric processing and washing facility.

Menchelli added that both buildings were at the center of numerous exchanges and received Mediterranean imported goods, such as pottery and wine, oil and fish sauces from various Italic regions, Gaul, the Iberian Peninsula, North Africa, Asia Minor, Syria and Palestine.

Source: Echo of Lunigiana - The Nation

Image: Amphitheater of Luni

Two Roman domus discovered in Luni Archaeological Area

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