Villa Romana de Benicató

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Come and take a look around Benicató Roman Villa in Nules, a site nestled among the orange groves.

Villa Romana de Benicató, Benicató Roman Villa in Nules, is the first of its kind to be discovered in Plana Baixa. Nestled among the orange groves 700m south-east of El Caminàs, the site was discovered in 1888 during agricultural work in the pujol of Benicató. The excavation, led by E. Codina and J. B. Porcar in 1956, brought to light a rustic villa from the Imperial period, dating back to the 6th century CE.

Sitting 2.5km from the present-day coastline, Benicató Roman Villa is unique in that it was used for agricultural and residential purposes. In the centre, a quadrangular peristyle with a circular pond stands out among the 17 surrounding rooms. Two of these rooms have mosaics with geometric and vegetal patterns, highlighting the importance and sophistication of the villa.

The rural mansion has a porticoed patio with a central pond to collect rainwater. Some of the rooms have stuccoes and mosaics while others were used for domestic life. There are heating systems and wineries. Benicató Roman Villa is a must-visit during your time in Nules as is the walled town of Mascarell. It’s time to start planning your visit.