World Heritage Site: Pont du Gard (Roman Aqueduct)
Publication Year: 2017
Publication Type: Book
Publication Identifier: WHED512D513C5
Summary
France's historical narrative is intricately tied to its landmarks, which serve as tangible representations of its past. This study identifies 34 key sites—ranging from the Pont du Gard to Sarcelles—that encapsulate pivotal moments in French history, each with distinct functions rooted in political, military, religious, or industrial contexts. These sites, now part of the national heritage, illustrate France's complex construction through successive layers. By analyzing these landmarks individually and collectively, researchers reveal how they narrate the nation's history, offering a dynamic illustration of its evolution from ancient times to modernity.
Citation
(Ed.). (2017). Les lieux de l’histoire de France. https://doi.org/10.3917/perri.wievi.2017.02
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