Archeological Public Museum of Cherchell
About This Museum
It's easy to forget that this quiet Algerian coast was once a capital of the Roman Empire's Mauretania province. Tucked away in the heart of Cherchell, this museum feels like stepping directly into that ancient world. You're not just looking at artifacts; you're encountering the very objects touched by Juba II and Cleopatra Selene II, the client rulers who made this city a center of art and learning. The sheer quality of the marble sculptures here can stop you in your tracks, rivaling pieces you'd expect to find in Rome or Athens.
Collection Highlights
The star is undoubtedly the stunning Roman statuary, including a breathtakingly detailed white marble Aphrodite and a colossal head of Augustus. Don't miss the intricate mosaics depicting mythological scenes and the everyday objects—lamps, coins, pottery—that whisper stories of daily life from two millennia ago.
Visitor Information
Find it on J55R+9F2 in Cherchell; it's a wonderfully manageable size, so you can soak everything in without feeling rushed. It’s the perfect cultural pit stop while exploring the town's other Roman ruins.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a graceful, early 20th-century building that blends European administrative design with local architectural sensibilities, its clean lines and arched windows provide a serene backdrop for the ancient treasures within.
Contact & Location
Address: Cherchell ⵛⴻⵔⵛⴰⵍ شرشال, Daïra Cherchell, Tipaza, Algérie ⵍⵣⵣⴰⵢⴻⵔ الجزائر
Phone: +213 24 34 78 08
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