Spain (Oxford Archaeological Guides) (Paperback)
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|Short Description for Spain Spain, with its palaces, fortresses, and villas, reveals an opulent mixture of Arab and Roman cultures, making it a fascinating location for the archaeological traveller. This guide includes: coverage of the main sites in Spain, from pre-history to the twelfth century; over 100 site plans, maps and photographs; information about museums; and more.
Full description- Publisher: Oxford Paperbacks
- Published: 25 June 1998
- Format: Paperback 344 pages
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- Categories: Ancient History: To C 500 CE | Archaeology | Archaeology By Period / Region | Tips & Advice | Guidebooks | Museum, Historic Sites, Gallery & Art Guides
- ISBN 13: 9780192853004 ISBN 10: 0192853007
- Sales rank: 916,094
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Full description for Spain
Spain, with its palaces, fortresses, and villas, reveals an opulent mixture of Arab and Roman cultures, making it a fascinating location for the archaeological traveller. This guide provides: coverage of all the main sites in Spain, from pre-history to the twelfth century; over 100 high-quality site plans, maps, diagrams, and photographs; and, sites arranged alphabetically, and including: Arab walls of Madrid; Roman hippodrome in Toledo; Palace complex of Seville; Islamic fortress in Malaga; and, Roman and medieval town of Segobriga. It features - star ratings indicating the best forums, temples, theatres, villas, castles, and churches to visit during your stay; a fascinating introduction surveying Spain's history from the Neolithic period to the Middle Ages, placing the sites within their cultural context; and information about museums, a chronology for reference, and a glossary of essential terms.
