Baths of Antoninus

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The Baths of Antoninus, also known as the Antonine Baths, are an ancient Roman bath complex located in Carthage, Tunisia. Constructed during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius in the 2nd century AD, they are one of the largest Roman bath complexes outside of Rome. The baths were an architectural marvel of their time, featuring a sophisticated system of hypocausts (underfloor heating) and an array of facilities including hot and cold baths, a gymnasium, and social spaces. Although largely in ruins today, the site still offers a glimpse into the grandeur of Roman engineering and the social importance of public baths in ancient Roman culture.

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