The Roman Military Base of Viminacium - Serbia
The Roman Military Base of Viminacium - Serbia davidsbeenhere.com David’s Been Here explores the Roman Military Base of Viminacium in Serbia a fascinating archaeological park situated where the River Mlava (known as “Margus” in ancient times) empties into the Danube. The area has always been quite fertile, which is why the ancient Romans took an interest to it. In this episode, David explores Viminacium with the help of Lubomir, an archaeologist who has worked to uncover several of the sites here. This ancient Roman military fort served at the base for the Seventh Legion Claudia in the fourth century, but it was in use well before that time since the 1st century. "During the reign of Gordian III (239) the town was accorded the status of a Roman citizen colony and the right to mint local currency. Such a status was the highest that could be attained by a town in the Roman Empire. Viminacium was often chosen as a mustering point for troops and a starting point in many a military campaign.” David and Lubomir walk around one of the covered excavation sites to see the ruins of ancient roads, public bath system, tiles, and human remains in the necropolis. Viminacium is a great day trip from Belgrade especially for history lovers. The site also features a reconstructed amphitheater and beautiful visitors center, modeled after an ancient Roman villa rustica (“domus”). There is also a hotel and restaurant onsite. Check out these other Serbia videos! The Medieval Fortress of Smederevo, Serbia youtu.be/aN63xQYhHFE Top Things to See & Do in Nis, Serbia youtu.be/CGWylFbUcDQ The Roman Military Base of Viminacium - Serbia youtu.be/le5TBAbBHX4 What to see and do in Novi Sad Serbia youtu.be/aAZ6oFi7ZTc The Wine Town of Sremski Karlovci, Serbia youtu.be/pJ9EgbQQo7A My name is David Hoffmann. I am a host and travel producer. I started this company because I believe that so much of what we are is where we’ve been. As a digital travel media company, our objective is to show others how to travel independently by providing practical advice and plenty of inspiration. I have hosted over 1,000 travel episodes across 6 continents, and have plans to bring you much, much more. In 2014 USA Today named me as one of their Top 10 Best Travel Videographers. Over the years I have worked with several tourism boards, hotel groups, and restaurants to introduce their brands to my audiences. Feel free to check out my DBH Films page for more information. My vision for the future is to continue encouraging the spirit of travel in others because it’s always an important question to ask yourself: #Wherehaveyoubeen?
