marble columns and statues of roman forum building in merida

europe spain extremadura merida vacation travel trip tourist picturesque classical greek roman ancient antique old historical history charming town center building facade architecture heritage stone brick wall masonry quiet sunny finery carved temple forum corinthian column pillar shaft colonnade marble structure capital pedestal ruins worn monumental archeology civilization sculpture landmark columns statues richly decorated corinthianstyle reminiscent founded rome western city preserves many buildings era