Portus
Along a manmade hexagonal lake lies what was once the main port of ancient Rome.

πŸ“œ Ancient Roman port, now excavated ruins open to the public.
πŸ” Located near Rome's Fiumicino Airport, featuring a manmade hexagonal lake.

Why Go

πŸ›οΈ Explore the ruins of Rome's primary ancient port
🏞️ See the impressive Lago Traiano, a manmade hexagonal lake
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Discover a less-known archaeological site compared to Ostia
πŸ“š Gain insights into Roman trade and shipping history

Why Avoid

🚧 Only a small portion of the vast area has been excavated
✈️ Located near a busy international airport

Tips

πŸš— Easily accessible from Rome's Fiumicino Airport
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Wear comfortable shoes for walking on excavated grounds

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