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Another sacred site, unknown until then, was discovered in the Taverna district, just a few hundred metres downhill from the temples.
The area was enclosed by a wall built up against the ground and made from large, irregular limestone blocks, with traces of plaster. Just the first few rows of stone were still standing. A small holy building lent against the structure, comprised of two communicating rooms, one of which still conserved its cocciopesto flooring, although it was now deformed and broken up. Daily life in this small temple was illustrated by some votive objects found in its vicinity, and a large treasure trove of coins was discovered behind the terrace wall.
The sacellum can be dated on the basis of these finds to between the end of the 4th century B.C. and the Social War (90-88 B.C.). It was possibly abandoned after this in favour of the minor temple, where the cult may have moved. |
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