What status does Volubilis hold today?
It's a World War II memorial site
It's a modern city in Morocco
It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site
It's a national park
Answer
Today, Volubilis holds the status of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its ruins are a popular tourist destination. The city was founded by the Berbers in the 3rd century BC, and it became an important Roman city during the 2nd century AD. Volubilis was abandoned in the 7th century AD, and it remained in ruins until it was rediscovered by archaeologists in the 19th century.
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