Mogorjelo

Historical landmark in Čapljina, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Mogorjelo must visit this beautiful palace.

A Tranquil Journey Back in Time at Mogorjelo

Mogorjelo, a serene archaeological site near the town of Čapljina, is nothing short of a treasure for those who appreciate history, architecture, and nature. This well-preserved Roman villa rustica offers an enchanting window into the past that both history enthusiasts and casual visitors are sure to appreciate.

As you wander around the ruins, you can easily imagine the grandeur that once marked this location. The remnants of the complex, including walls, arches, and courtyards, are wonderfully preserved, offering a vivid glimpse of Roman architecture. Information boards around the site provide valuable insights into its history and function, enhancing your understanding of the place.

Moreover, the location of Mogorjelo is truly exceptional. Nestled amidst verdant hills, it's a blissful escape from the rush of everyday life. The surrounding landscape, with its lush greenery and the nearby river, adds a layer of tranquillity to the entire experience. The area is also perfect for picnics and leisurely strolls, making it a wonderful destination for a family outing or a quiet day out with friends.

In conclusion, Mogorjelo is a hidden gem that offers a rich combination of history, architecture, and natural beauty. It's a place where you can escape the present and journey back into the ancient Roman times while enjoying the calming embrace of nature. A visit to Mogorjelo is not merely a trip to an archaeological site, but an immersive experience that leaves you richer in knowledge and appreciation of the past. I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking an enriching outing in the heart of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

This is one of rare roman villas left around this area and it's amazing that the foundation it was built on is still underneath it.
Many original carvings and stones were found and implemented in it.
The only thing is, it wasn't well maintained last decade or so, but someone needs to take care of that and invest some effort and time in it (money can probably be found in European Union fonds since it's protected by UNESCO).
It's a shame that the restaurant placed there and horses aren't in best shape either.
It has so much more potential!

Villa rustica from 1. And 4. century. Free entry. Very interesting.

Beautiful place from the ancient period of Romans in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Interesting roman period excavations for free

Great place to spend a beautiful day

Powerfull but calming place.

great place for visiting with great restaurant

Great Roman villa site

Great history place!

Beautiful architecture, beautiful surroundings

Super

Beautiful historic place

Great turist attraction

Ok

Great place.

Super

Exiting

MOGORJELO

Arheološka iskopavanja od 1899. do 1903. godine pokazala su da se građevinski kompleks na Mogorjelu sastoji iz više faza. Najstarije građevine datiraju iz 1. vijeka, kada je lokalitet služio kao zemljoradnički centar (villa rustica fructuaria).
Mogorjelo je opskrbljivalo rimski grad Naronu (Metković) i vjerovatno služilo u obrani grada i okoline.
Postojalo je nekoliko građevina koje su bila povezane hodnicima, a u središtu je bila izgrađena stambena zgrada, kupalište i zgrada za poljoprivrednu proizvodnju. Postojala je i uljara te mlin i pekara. Ciglana, radionica za izradu keramičkih posuda te štala bile su izgrađene izvan kompleksa.
Ovaj objekt je izgorio u III vijeku.

U 4. vijeku na njegovom mjestu je osnovano veliko državno imanje, tzv. dominium. Vila se ograđuje velikim zidom i nastaje Rimska utvrda – castrum, poput Dioklecijanove palate u Splitu.
U Rimsko carstvo su počeli prodirati prvi barbari, pa se uglovi i ulazi pojačavaju isturenim tornjevima.

Zapadni Goti oko 401. – 403. su provalili u rimsku provinciju Dalmaciju i razorili vilu na Mogorjelu.

Krajem 5. vijeka ovdje su izgrađene dvije građevine bazilikalnog izgleda i jedna stambena zgrada. Ove građevine su razorene tokom ranog srednjeg vijeka.

Na mjestu velikih zgrada je izrastao tokom vremena brežuljak, na kojem su stanovnici iz okolnih mjesta počeli ukopavati svoje mrtve. Cijeli lokalitet je do kraja 19. vijeka služio kao groblje. Dolaskom Austro-Ugarske počinju arheološka iskopavanja.

Mogorjelo je nacionalni spomenik Bosne i Hercegovine.