Midi-Pyrénées

Thermes of Saint-Lary

Submitted by Editors on November 4, 2008 - 5:23am.

THE SITE

Nestling in the heart of the Pyrenees, the village of Saint-Lary is located at an altitude of 827 metres, just a few kilometres from Spain. Unspoilt nature awaits you whatever the season at this delightful spot, home to a wide range of flora and fauna. Discover the amazing colours of the landscape with its many streams and waterfalls - and do not miss the Parc de Néouville with its 50 lakes.

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Archaeological site of Montmaurin

Submitted by Editors on October 22, 2008 - 3:11pm.

The Monument

The Gallo-Roman villa of Montmaurin was discovered by Georges Fouet in 1946. It is probably one of the hugest villas in France. Built towards the mid-1st century, it might have developed until 350 or so and experienced transformations in the 3rd and 4th centuries.
All the various buildings stretched out on 19 hectares. This magnificent villa had 200 rooms decorated with marble or mosaics, and the glazed windows, the running water and the underfloor heating system made it very comfortable to live. Excavations enabled archaeologists to bring to light the remains of a hall, a small sanctuary consecrated to nymphs, as well as several yards and dwelling rooms.

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