- Agen is a cathedral city located on the River Garonne in the Nouvelle Aquitaine Region of Southwestern France.
- It is famed for being the centre of the prune growing region of France.
History
- During the Gallo-Roman Period it was known as Aginnum.
- It was the capital of the Nitiobroges Gallic Tribe in the Province of Gallia Aquitania.
Museums
- Museum of Fine Arts Agen
- The museum holds artefacts from all periods of history.
- Agen Museum of Fine Arts
Nearby Roman Sites
- Villascopia
- Located in Rue Lamarque, 47240 Castelculier, 4.5 miles (7.5km) from Agen town centre..
- The Ruins of a 4th century CE Gallo-Roman villa are enhanced by 3D projections. There is also a collection of artefacts found on the site.
- The Site is now permanently closed to the Public.
Roman Roads
Agen Museum of Fine Arts