Roman Ruins of Italica Site Features

The site contains several well-preserved Roman houses decorated with some stunning mosaics. The “House of the Birds” and the “House of the Planetarium” are two of the most impressive houses and were likely owned by wealthy nobles. Other highlights include the remains of the city baths, an arena, and the Traianeum – a public square and temple dedicated to Emperor Trajan.

But the main attraction of Italica is its imposing amphitheater, one of the largest ever built in the Empire. It could seat up to 25,000 spectators, far larger than the estimated population of the city itself. It's thought that the gladiatorial fights and other events drew crowds from other Roman settlements nearby.