A new excavation campaign at the archaeological site El Pedernal de Bursao, located in Borja, has uncovered an exceptional find: a unique Roman mural in Hispania due to its technique and state of preservation. The discovery confirms the significance of the site, considered one of the most important for the study of Celtiberian culture and its Romanization.
The mural, dated around the 1st century AD, retains original colors and strokes that allow for the identification of decorative motifs that are not well documented on the peninsula. Archaeologists emphasize that its quality indicates the existence of high-status buildings in ancient Bursao, providing key information about the urban development of the city during the Roman era.
The work, funded by the Diputación de Zaragoza in collaboration with the Borja City Council and the scientific team responsible for the project, has also documented new spaces and structures that help better understand the evolution of the settlement. The discovery of the mural is considered one of the most significant advances in recent years.
The excavation team is now working on the consolidation and detailed study of the piece, in order to ensure its preservation and advance its interpretation. The results are expected to be published in upcoming scientific publications and the discovery is anticipated to reinforce the heritage and tourism potential of the municipality.
With this find, Borja once again confirms the value of its archaeological heritage and the potential of Bursao to continue providing decisive information about Antiquity in Aragón.
