Bulla Regia is an ancient Roman city located in the town of Ain Draham in Tunisia. The city was founded in the 2nd century BC and was inhabited until the 7th century AD. It is known for its unique architecture, which includes underground houses and villas.
The underground houses were built to protect the inhabitants from the extreme heat in the summer and the cold in the winter. They were also used as storage spaces for food and other supplies. The houses were built around a central courtyard and had several rooms, including a kitchen, a dining room, and bedrooms.
The villas in Bulla Regia were built above ground and were more luxurious than the underground houses. They had large courtyards, fountains, and elaborate mosaics. The mosaics depicted scenes from Roman mythology and everyday life.
Bulla Regia also had a forum, a theater, and several temples. The forum was the center of the city and was used for public gatherings and events. The theater could seat up to 3,500 people and was used for plays and other performances. The temples were dedicated to various gods and goddesses, including Jupiter, Venus, and Apollo.
Today, visitors can explore the ruins of Bulla Regia and see the underground houses and villas, the forum, the theater, and the temples. The mosaics in the villas are particularly impressive and are some of the best-preserved examples of Roman art in North Africa.