Located in the province of Batna, Timgad was an ancient Roman city built by the Emperor Trajan. It ceased to be inhabited after the 8th century. The triumphal arch, called the "Arch of Trajan," survived the test of time, and was finally renovated in 1900. The theater is also in good condition, and is still used for modern music shows. The city was added to UNESCO's world heritage list in 1982.
July 3, 2019
Tharandt, Germany
Near Dresden, a scenic medieval castle ruin offers atmospheric views, educational ties to forestry, and a glimpse into Saxony’s past.
Barnsley, England
The ruins of a significant 16th-century building once appeared in a 1969 film.
Walferdange, Luxembourg
A Roman water tunnel still flows 2,000 years on.
Greifswald, Germany
These crumbling monastery ruins inspired a master of German Romanticism.
Lleida, Spain
A river hides a charming medieval bridge.
Urubamba, Peru
This archaeological site features an early version of today’s refrigerators.
Seacliff, New Zealand
The remains of a notorious mental institution that became known for its structural design failures and experiments carried out on patients.
Tamaqzah, Tunisia
The ruins of a village destroyed by a 22-day flood.
