Briga, Eu, France - SpottingHistory

Briga was a medium sized Roman town that was discovered during the digging of a local road shortly after the French Revolution. From the first century AD onwards, the Romans developed a substantial sanctuary complex on the site of what was a Celtic shrine, as well as the other features one finds at Roman towns, such a theatre, bathhouses and a forum.

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Fabrice Bélanger (8 months ago)
A place to discover and the guided tour with this lady who does the excavations was constructive, a person passionate about her job

christophe (10 months ago)
Superb place to visit. Thank you very much to the archaeologist guide, who received us and explained the places. A real good in the past, especially that we are passionate about history. A good continuation to all the archaeologists who work on this site. A big thank-you. We will come back to see you again. Do not hesitate to go there, they really need us too to support and continue the excavations in this place. It's part of our past, we must keep this site. ?

LovaticWarrior parawore (2 years ago)
Really awesome!! The guide was smiling and made you want to know more, it was hot but it was so interesting that you didn't feel it. We even had the right to take in hand reconstituted objects after the excavations. Must do if you are in the area!!

maryse thiebaut (2 years ago)
Super I would come back the tour guide by Mattis very well explained as well as all the volunteers all friendly to visit I recommend it thank you all

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