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Triumphal Arch of Orange
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- Name
- Triumphal Arch of Orange
- Continent
- EUROPE
- Alt Name:
- Arc de Triomphe d’Orange
- Country:
- France
- Period:
- Ancient Rome
- Sub-Region:
- -
- Date:
- 0AD - 99AD
- City/Town:
- Orange
- Figure:
- -
- Resorts:
- Orange,
Nimes,
Avignon,
- Related:
- Roman Theatre of Orange, Museum of Orange,
La Maison Carrée, Pont du Gard,
about Triumphal Arch of Orange
The Triumphal Arch of Orange (Arc de Triomphe d’Orange) is an Ancient Roman monumental gate built in approximately 20 AD during the reign of Augustus.
Originally built on what was via Agrippa, it is thought that the Triumphal Arch of Orange was built in honour of those who fought in the Gallic Wars, particularly the Second Legion.
Today, the Triumphal Arch of Orange is a UNESCO World Heritage site together with the nearby Roman Theatre of Orange. Extremely well preserved with its relief scenes of military events still decipherable, the Triumphal Arch of Orange is considered to be one of the most important existing relics of Roman Gaul.
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contact details
Address: Arc de Triomphe d’Orange, Rue D976/N7, Orange, France
Phone: Contact local tourist office
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Directions:
The Triumphal Arch of Orange is located in the north of the town of Orange in Provence on route D976. Orange is located approx. 55km northeast of Nimes and 100km northwest of Marseille. It can be reached via routes A7 and A9 (exit at Orange).
Ticket Information:
The Triumphal Arch of Orange is viewable at all times.
Links:
http://whc.unesco.org/en/list/163/
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