House of Five Mosaics - Saint-Romain-en-Gal
N 45° 31.834 E 004° 52.154
31T E 645957 N 5043591
This Roman archeological site is one of the most impressive located on the grounds of the Musee Gallo-Romain. A number of beautiful mosaics have been preserved in-situ.
Waymark Code: WM2BBT
Location: Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
Date Posted: 10/07/2007
Views: 60
The 480 m2 house dates from the second half of the 2nd century A.D.
The two mosaics with the most rich decoration are situated in two rooms of the southern wing of the house. The testify to the fact that these two rooms were used to receive visitors.
The two black and white mosaics decorate the walking spaces of the vestibule and the northern portico.
Don't miss the model in the exhibition hall which provides an idea of the what the house may have looked like when it was still standing.
Most Relevant Historical Period: Roman Empire > 27 B.C.
Admission Fee: Included in the museum entrance fee.
Opening days/times:
Open every day except Monday from 10:00 - 18:00
Condition: Partly intact or reconstructed
Web Site: Not listed
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