Tourism Autun

Autun is a town located in the department of Saone-et-Loire, in the region of Burgundy. It's the sub-prefecture of the department.

Its origins date back to the time of Emperor Augustus, who made a Gallo-Roman city until the end of the fifteenth century. It was an important city culturally and thriving, despite the fact that she wiped a number of looting and invasions. The following centuries were difficult for the city, and it was industrialized in the nineteenth century. Since the twentieth century, Autun redevelop its self due to the fact that it is a place of development for several national companies such as Sun and Nexans.

Its origins dating back to antiquity, but also for its rich medieval history, Autun is a town in net worth, which will appeal to visitors.

Sights in Autun

• Natural History Museum
• Museum Rolin
• Rampart part of 5 km fortified enclosure
• Gate Arroux and Gate Saint André
• Theatre roman and the Temple of Janus
•  Museum Rolin, romanesque and gothic masterpieces
• Place du Champ de Mars
• School military with its beautiful typical roof bourgnady with glazed tiles
• Roman theatre Augustodunum