Remains
Substantial archeologically excavated Roman remains of the Roman fortress can be seen at Caerleon.
Cadw administers:
- The military amphitheatre, one of the most impressive in Britain
- Part of the military bath house, with the Roman Baths Museum in situ above it
- Prysg Field Barracks, the only Roman legionary barracks visible in Europe
- The fortress wall, still standing twelve feet high in places
- The National Roman Legion Museum, located in the village, is part of the National Museums and Galleries of Wales. The museum exhibits artifacts and finds from excavations throughout the village including Roman currency, weapons, uniform etc.
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