Episode 397 – Sicily – Villa Romana del Casale
August 26, 2026
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Located in the very heart of Sicily in a town called Piazza Armerina, the Villa Romana del Casale is an archeological site containing the remains of an ancient Roman “Latifundium,” or agricultural estate. The massive building is incredibly well preserved and provides us with a vivid glimpse of Roman life in the early 4th century CE. It is also home to an extensive mosaic program covering 3,500m2 (38,000ft2) of surface and including the famous “bikini girls” mosaic.




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