The Proserpina Dam or Reservoir is one of the oldest and best-preserved Roman hydraulic works in the world. It is located about 5 km north of Mérida, in Extremadura, and forms part of the Archaeological Ensemble of Mérida, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1993. The name “Proserpina” was adopted in the 18th century, after the discovery of an inscription dedicated to the goddess Ataecina-Proserpina.

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Proserpina Roman Dam. Beautiful views of the reservoir.

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1. Acueducto de los Milagros – Roman Dam of Proserpina loop from Mérida

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2. Roman Dam of Proserpina – Proserpina Roman Dam loop from Mérida

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3. Los Milagros Aqueduct – Roman Dam of Proserpina loop from Mérida

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Elevation 300 m

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Wednesday 18 March

23°C

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27 %

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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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Location: Mérida, Merida, Badajoz, Extremadura, Spain

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