Trier discovers hidden treasures: New city cadastre reveals secrets!

Trier discovers hidden treasures: New city cadastre reveals secrets!

The fascination for the ancient treasures of Trier, especially the breathtaking Porta Nigra, is gaining a new dimension! The director of the Rheinisches Landesmuseum, Marcus Reuter, recently presented a new archaeological city register that was developed in collaboration with the city. This digital treasure map promises to reveal hidden treasures and relics of Trier's Roman past. Loud People's friend The city's soil could hold much more history than previously known. This could have a significant impact on the region's urban development and heritage.

The historic Porta Nigra

The Porta Nigra, a masterpiece of Roman architecture, was built after 170 AD from gray sandstone and, with its impressive towers, forms the northern entrance to the ancient city. Unfortunately, the construction remained incomplete, but this did not prevent it from being used as a city gate until the end of the Roman era in 395 AD. Over the centuries, the Porta Nigra underwent numerous changes and used its walls for both religious and urban purposes. It was part of a system of four gates, including the Porta Alba in the east and the Porta Media in the south. Today only the Porta Nigra remains, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986 as a symbol of Trier's importance in the Roman Empire and its unique architecture Wikipedia documented.

In modern times, the Porta Nigra is admired by tourists and locals alike and remains not only an important monument but also a cultural center. Visitors can experience tours during the summer months with a guide dressed as a centurion who will take them through the history of the Roman site. Despite the official closure to cars, it remains a step away from the hustle and bustle of the city and is a captivating eye-catcher for all.