Abelterium: Um estudo sobre as cidades romanas na Península Ibérica

Abstract

The aim of this research is to carry out a historical and archaeological survey of the Roman city of Abelterium, now Alter do Chão, located in Portugal. In the meantime, the aim is to understand Roman dynamics in the Iberian Peninsula, particularly in the region of Lusitania, where the villa is located, and to analyse the historical context of this city. In order to study the region, a bibliographical survey was carried out on the arrival of the Romans in the Iberian Peninsula and their cultural exchanges with other social groups. As well as the process of territorial and cultural expansion undertaken by the Romans and the role of the city in this context. It also explores the administrative and structural changes that took place in what are now Portugal and Spain. It also covers essential cultural aspects of the Roman domus that are manifested in the archaeological site of the House of Medusa. The final objectives are to demonstrate how cities played a key role in the expansion of Rome, how this occurred in Lusitania, the importance of this villa for studies on this subject and its structural and cultural aspects.