# Byrsa Hill

Carthage, Tunisia

The ancient acropolis of Carthage, founded around 814 BCE and tied to the legend of Queen Dido. Punic house ruins and Roman terracing crown the hill, destroyed by Rome in 146 BCE and rebuilt as the colony's forum.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Byrsa Hill, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 36.85222222, 10.32388889

[City page](/cities/carthage)

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