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MADAURE

Discover the Remnants of a Glorious Past

TOUR DETAILS

DEPARTURE

Constantine

152 km

DESTINATION

Madaure

TOUR DURATION

1.5 hours

STAY IN

Constantine Hotel

PICK-UP TIME

9.AM

OVERVIEW

Discover the ancient city of Madaure or Madauros, the birthplace of Apuleius, the author of the Golden Ass/Metamorphosis, the only surviving novel from ancient time, and the place where Saint Augutine of Hippo studied. Immerse yourself in the rich history of Roman North Africa. Our itinerary will take you on a journey through time as you explore the ruins of this once-vibrant metropolis.  Three hours from Constantine, roughly 152 Km by car you will get to the vast ruins of Madaures which is a hidden gem for history buffs and travel enthusiasts, In this tour, you will have the opportunity to explore an impressive Byzantine fortress that boasts a variety of ancient structures. The tour will take you through the fortress, where you can see remnants a small theater. a huge forum with a basilica, a circular marketplace, and two sets of bathhouses designed for summer and winter use. Additionally, you'll see rubbles of a visible oilery and a collection of intriguing mausoleums. The tour provides an immersive and educational experience, allowing you to step back in time and appreciate the rich history and architectural wonders of Madaure.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Bath buildings (Summer and winter)

  • Oilery

  • Church (1 and 2)

  • Market

  • Forum and basilica

  • Byzantine fortress

  • Theatre

  • Mausoleum

PHOTO GALLERY

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