The ruins of ancient Lavinium, the city founded by Aeneas and precursor of Rome are situated in Pratica di Mare. The Museo civico archeologico Lavinium contains the material excavated from more than 60 years of excavations. To the east of the city was discovered a sanctuary of Minerva. An over life-size terracotta polychrome statue of the goddess is identified by her aegis and helmet. Unusual is the addition of a Triton. Of particular interest are a series of circa 70-100 ter