Trajan Arch

The arco de Trajano is easy to find near the plaza de España. Its a really fascinated arch in the middle of the center of Merida. Its 24 hours open, to take pictures. Its the beautiful access to the sacred space(Temenos). Its build with beautiful granite.

Stunning historical site!

It’s in the middle of all kinds of “modern “ buildings so it doesn’t stand out as much. It was dark so not much detail to see because it is no light on it.

The Arco de Trajano is an impressive Roman monument that stands as a testament to the city’s rich ancient history. Its intricate carvings and well-preserved structure make it a fascinating sight for visitors. The location is central and easily accessible, making it a convenient stop during a walking tour of Mérida’s historic centre. While the monument itself is remarkable, the surrounding area could benefit from better maintenance and more informative signage to enhance the visitor experience. Overall, it’s a worthwhile visit for history enthusiasts.

Wonderful imposing structure but has lost all of it adornments and barely resembles a Roman arch. Worth a walk by if you are in the area.

I’m so glad McDonald has not sponsored it and painted it yellow. There is still hope for civil society.

Magnificent monument integrated in the city

It’s worth seeing. It was much a once larger arch like the Arch de Triomph in Paris, but most of it has been stripped away. Go into the restaurant on the right - the arch is built right into it. Very cool.