Roman Obelisk - Arles
N 43° 40.585 E 004° 37.654
31T E 631196 N 4837221
The obelisk which originally stood on the "spina" of the Roman circus of Arles now stands in the center of the Place de la Republique.
Waymark Code: WM2B57
Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Date Posted: 10/06/2007
Views: 71
The Roman obelisk is devoid of inscriptions. The red granite of which it is made is thought to come from Asia minor. It was originally erected under the Roman emperor Constantine in the 4th century in the center of the "spina" of the circus of Arles (part of which can still be seen near the archeology museum). After the Roman era, it was abandonned and fell down or was toppled and broke into two parts. It was rediscovered in 1389. Louis XIV had it placed at its present position in front of the town hall.
Most Relevant Historical Period: Roman Empire > 27 B.C.
Admission Fee: Free
Opening days/times:
24 x 7
Web Site: [Web Link]
Condition: Completely intact or reconstructed
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