Arch of Trajan

Arco de Trajano (Mérida)

archaeological site in Mérida

#9 in Mérida / #376 in Spain

by Brian Wee

/ CC BY-SA 4.0

The Arch of Trajan in Mérida, Spain, is a significant ancient Roman monument that stands as a testament to the architectural prowess of the Roman Empire. Believed to have been constructed during the reign of Emperor Trajan in the early 2nd century AD, the arch served as a ceremonial gateway and possibly an entrance to a public or religious complex. The structure is made of granite and features a single, grand archway that measures approximately 13.97 meters in height.

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