SHRINES OF THE DOMUS IN THE QUARTER OF ST. THEODORE IN PULA

In the quarter of St. Theodore in Pula, next to public thermae and Hercules' sanctuary, 2005, most part luxurious domus was excavated. The inhabited from third 1st century BC 5th AD, with one major restoration after fire beginning 2nd AD. Architectonic cult indicators are a threshold mosaic Dionysian motifs kantharos wine, niches walls elements marble architectural decoration spaces, capital an architrave. A total six were discovered, white black depicting shell, altar containing dedication goddess Salus. Small finds represented by various objects used rituals or symbolizing divine presence. Fragments censer letter-shaped openings, fragments large calcite alabaster crater, clay vessel fragment theatrical mask relief, lamps figures Minerva Medusa found triclinium. Corinthian drinking cups decorated scenes come other rooms, drainage channel comes bronze medallion head probably belonging carriage. findings confirm presence cults every aspect everyday life. peculiar niche dedicated Salus is associated neighbouring sanctuary Hercules built at sacred spring.