Orippo facts for kids
 Location in Spain
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| Region | Hispania |
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| Coordinates | 37°16′26″N 6°00′16″W / 37.27389°N 6.00444°W |
| Type | Settlement |
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| Periods | Roman Republic Roman Empire |
| Cultures | Turdetanian Roman |
Orippo was an ancient Roman town located in what is now southern Spain. It was part of a Roman province called Hispania Baetica. This town was important because it sat on a main road connecting two major Roman cities: Gades (which is now Cádiz) and Hispalis (which is now Seville).
History of Orippo
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Historians believe Orippo might have been located near the modern-day town of Dos Hermanas. Some also think it could have been near Alcalá de Guadaíra or a place called Torre de los Herberos. The exact spot is still debated by experts.
We know a bit about Orippo from old coins found there. These ancient coins often showed a bunch of grapes. This tells us that the area around Orippo was famous for its vineyards and wine. Even today, this region is known for its delicious wines!
See also
In Spanish: Orippo para niños
