Villajoyosa Roman city excavation finished

THE archeological excavations in front of the gas station and plaza de la Generalista ton Avenida del Pais Valenciano in Villajoyosa have been completed.

They were carried out to be able to reconstruct the history of the ancient Roman city of Allon.

“This has been one of the most difficult excavations in the history of the area,” said Councillor Pepe Lloret.

“Despite this, the team has been able to uncover key aspects to help us understand this ancient city.”

The limit of Allon was discovered, although not all of it can be seen as some is below the national motorway.

Part of the ancient town was destroyed in the 1930s when roads were built.

It was found it was a unique town of its time in that the homes had their own private bathrooms at a time when communal toilets were common.

By Nicole Hallett