Agen

  • 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

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

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