The Roman Villa of Santa Catarina de Sítimos is an archaeological site located in Santa Catarina, in the municipality of Alcácer do Sal, Alentejo. Discovered in 1977, the villa includes remains of a mid-first-century Roman building and a pagan sanctuary. Its exploration and development are currently the focus of the SITIMUS Project.

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October 12, 2025

Santa Catarina de Sítimos, Alcácer do Sal
Roman Villa: Identified in 1977, the villa is an important rural center from the Roman era.
Recent discoveries: In 2024, new archaeological work in the area, including an international summer school, revealed a large mosaic panel, heating floors (hypocaust), and a wine press with tanks and a dolia (storage container).

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