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Alcazaba of Merida
Category: Fortress in Merida
The Alcazaba of Merida was built in 9th century as Muslim fortification. It is located near the Roman bridge of Merida. The fortress is included in the UNESCO Heritage List.

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The Roman Forum
Category: Archeological site in Merida
The remains of the Roman Forum in city of Merida are among main tourist attractions of Merida. The forum includes the Temple of Diana, the Arch of Trajan, etc.

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Church of Santa Eulalia
Category: Church in Merida
The church of Santa Eulalia in Merida dating to the 4th century. It was rebuilt in the 13th century. The church portal reuses parts of an ancient temple of Mars.

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Santa Maria`s Cathedral of Merida
Category: Cathedral in Merida

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National museum of Roman Art
Category: Museum in Merida

URL: http://www.museoromano.com/

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Mérida Roman amphitheatre
Category: Archeological site in Merida
The Roman amphitheatre in Merida was inaugurated in 8 BC: it was to be used for gladiators and ferocious animals games. The building is an ellipce 126 x 102 m externally. The inner arena axes measure 64 x 21 m. It was built for 16,000 spectators.

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Santa Clara church
Category: Church in Merida

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Merida bridge Puente Romano
Category: Bridge in Merida
The Puente Romano bridge in Merida is a Roman bridge over the Guadiana River. It is the longest surviving bridge from ancient times. It was built around 25 B.C. Close to the bridge is situated the Alcazaba of Mérida. Bridge Puente Romano has length of 790 m (including approaches).

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