Vaison-la-Romaine’s archeological sites: Villasse

by Jul 16, 2019

Another large archeological ground also sits in Vaison’s town center and is accessible with the same entrance ticket as the Puymin site (see other post here).

The Villasse houses an antique shopping high street:

Archeological Roman site

It is seen here during the Journee Romaines, a historical reconstitution lead by Augustus Caesar Praetoria association, see post here

Journee Romaines, à la découverte de l'empire, Augustus Caesaria Praetoria, historical reconstitution

Also along this street are the remain of a communal building

Roman archeological site of Villasse, Vaison-la-Romaine

The high street leads to the forum, where people gather to discuss current business and politics

Roman archeological site of Villasse, Vaison-la-Romaine Roman archeological site of Villasse, Vaison-la-Romaine

Further out are some luxurious villas, as attested by the peristyle courtyard and statues

Roman archeological site of Villasse, Vaison-la-Romaine Roman archeological site of Villasse, Vaison-la-Romaine

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