Arch of Carpentras, Carpentras, France

The Arch of Carpentras is a Roman triumphal arch from the beginning of the first century AD. It has a single fornix, framed by fluted lesenes and decorated with an archivolt of vine tendrils. At the outer corners there are engaged columns. On the sides there are images of trophies flanked by barbarian prisoners. These trophy reliefs are also found on the short sides of the Arch of Orange, which is however more richly decorated.

The arch was originally located on the city's cardo maximus. Later it was incorporated into the old cathedral as an access door and still later into the episcopal palace (now the courthouse).

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Ilona (12 months ago)
The arch dates from the Augustinian period, around 16 BC according to the sign posted next to it. Its original function is unknown.

mark bain (2 years ago)
16 BC. Worth a visit

Justinien Pibrac (2 years ago)
Monument hidden in a corner behind the Palais de Justice So difficult to highlight it, but it could at least be cleaned Let's see if we pass by.

Geneviève Fortin (6 years ago)
Very pretty square with its fountain typical of the region.

A. Gadient (7 years ago)
The Roman arch of honor looks a bit abandoned and forgotten where it was built. The weather obviously took its toll on him. The relief with two ancient Romans dispels any doubts that it could not be an ancient object worthy of protection. Even if it looks modest compared to the monumental buildings, it is still a precious moment to encounter this arch of honor.

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