Lambaesis
Lambèse / تازولت
The ruins of the Roman Legio III Augusta's base in North Africa, where the praetorium hall and the amphitheatre are relatively well preserved.
Lambaesis lies about 11 km southwest of Batna, in the town of Tazoult. In the 2nd and 3rd centuries it served as the headquarters of the Roman Legio III Augusta and as the capital of the province of Numidia. The most striking feature is the tall stone praetorium, the commander's hall at the centre of the fortress. Other remains include the Arch of Commodus, baths, temples, and an amphitheatre outside the town. The ruins are spread around the town, and some areas are close to prison walls, so take care when photographing. A small town museum displays excavated statues and mosaics, though its opening hours are irregular. Entry is inexpensive, and the site is usually visited on the same day as Timgad.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Great Mosque of 1 November 1954
- Timgad
- Timgad Museum
- Belezma National Park
- Tighanimine Gorges
- Diana Veteranorum (Zana)
- Menaa Old Village
- Djebel Chélia