This is the richest and most
imposing complex of the archaeological site of
Carthage. It consists of the baths themselves,
located on the shore, not far from the ancient
port installations, and in the opposite direction,
of gardens enclosing vestiges dating to different
periods of Antiquity.
The baths are considered to be amongst the largest
of Roman Africa. They were completed under the
reign of emperor Antoninus, in 165 AD, after 15
years of construction that started under the reign
of Hadrian. The monument stood three levels high
and was surmounted by many cupolas. Today, all
that remains of this magnificent building are
a few clusters of ruins, in particular of the
lower level, once occupied by the attendants and
services, yet, they provide an idea of the grandeur
and majesty of the building. Signage on the ground
and elaborate signposting facilitate the visit.

The latter also facilitates the visit of the
second part of the park, extending away from the
sea and comprising a VIIth century Christian chapel,
a “scola” or seat of a IVth century
religious association, the Dermech I basilica
and the Punic necropolis, to mention only the
main monuments.
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