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Sbeitla (Sufetula)

The Roman site at Sbeitla (Sufetula) lies just outside the modern town, on a flat plain.  Though scenically not as striking as Dougga, the site is also well worth visiting and include some excellent Christian remains. Look out for:


 

  • The olive press with its huge grinding stones: parts of the press are still in good condition and olives were a true foundation of the city and its wealth.





  • The well preserved baths: the most impressive are the Great Baths dating back to the 3rd century and consisting of two sections: warm and cold baths.




  • The Church of St Serverus: being originally a Numidian temple and was converted into baptisity, where after the body of the church and an apse was built around it.


  • The Forum: a 2nd century complex with temples to Juno Jupiter and Minerva.