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Henchir es Souar
Henchir es Souar
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Henchir es Souar
Henchir es Souar, Abthugnos, is an ancient Roman city located in Zaghouan Governorate, Tunisia. It was founded by Carthaginians in the 3rd century BC and rebuilt during the Roman times in 30 BC. In late antiquity the city was a Byzantine fortress. The ruins include several temples, baths and tombs.
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Country: Tunisia
District: Zaghouan Governorate
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: 3rd Century BC
Oldest Culture: Ancient Carthage
Later Cultures: Roman + Byzantine
Site Features: Roman & Byzantine Monuments
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Elevation: 293 m
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