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Gigthis
Gigthis
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Gigthis
Gigthis is an archaeological site located near Boughrara village in Medenine Governorate, Tunisia. The site was founded by Phoenicians in the 6th century BC and became very important during Roman times. The remains include a forum with temples, a monumental arch, a market and two bath houses.
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Country: Tunisia
District: Medenine Governorate
Category: Historic Cities and Regions
Site History: First Millennium BC
Oldest Culture: Phoenician
Later Cultures: Ancient Carthage + Roman
Site Features: Roman Monuments
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