Roman Villa Museum
Museu da Villa Romana do Rabaçal, Rua da Igreja, Rabaçal, Penela 3230-544
Phone: +351 239 561 856 - Fax: +351 239 569 400
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The village of Rabaçal is a parish of Penela and lies about 6 km to the west. The roman villa dates from the 4th century AD. Archaeological excavations started in 1984 and discoveries include the residential area (pars urbana), the baths (balneum), a section of the farmyard and a porch (pars frumentaria), servants’quarters, stores, and workshops (pars rustica). The mosaic motifs are particularly outstanding and some, such as the four-horse chariot and the geometrical and plant patterns, are unique in Portugal. There are facilities for the disabled and guided tours are available.
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