Mausoleo Romano (Roman Mausoleum), Cordoba

The Mausoleo Romano (Roman Mausoleum), a cylindrical stone funerary monument with a crenelated roof, is located in the Victoria Gardens of Cordoba. It is a chamber tomb of a style popular in the Roman Republic of the 1st century. It was discovered in 1993 during archeological excavations on the site. The mausoleum was reconstructed following the original patterns of the era.

The Roman Mausoleum is located near the old Gallegos Gate, the western gate called Left Main Gate (Porta Principalis Sinistra). A second mausoleum discovered on the site has been integrated into the area. Between the two monuments are the remains of the old Roman road to Hispalis, now called Seville.

The Roman Mausoleum is easily visible from the Victoria Gardens walkway. It is at a lower level and can be reached by a public stairway. One may visit the inside of the tomb and stop by the interpretation center within but only by appointment.

The Roman Mausoleum is a reconstruction, but it was built using original materials. A well-preserved ash urn is kept in the burial chamber. Cornices, crenelations, and casement are all original. The tomb appears to have been the monument of a wealthy family. It was well-made and prominently placed on the city walls.