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Roman Ruins Jun 05

Roman Roots
Sailing farther south, we arrive at the Roman town of Vienne. This was a large surburban settlement during the age of Julius Caesar & later the capital of Burgundy.

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The Temple of Augustus & Livia
Originally erected by Emperor Claudius, this building has a colorful history having been repurposed & rebuilt several times over the centuries. It was even converted into a church in the 5th century & secularized during the French Revolution. Your guide has all the details.

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For more delicious details, contact:
Jacintha Perera, culinary escape artist
Gourmet Getaways, a division of
www.IslandGetawaysTravel.com
916.897.9597

Category: Europe, France
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