Images of Aguntum
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Aguntum and its collection
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Aguntum, a Roman settlement, is situated in the present-day Austrian state of Tyrol, approximately 4 km east of Lienz. The settlement was elevated to the status of an autonomous city, Municipium Claudium Aguntum, by Emperor Claudius. This historical significance of Aguntum provides a rich backdrop for visitors to the museum.
Aguntum's Influence and Public Access
A small portion of Aguntum has been excavated and is now open to the public. The city flourished during the 1st and 2nd centuries AD, with its influence extending from Felber Tauern in the north to Kärntner Tor in the south, and from Mühlbach in Pustertal in the west to Gailtal in the east. This provides a fascinating insight into the extent of the Roman Empire's reach and the city's historical importance.
Archaeological Findings at Aguntum
Visitors to Aguntum today can explore the ruins of the city wall, an atrium house, a thermal bath, and a craftsman's quarter. An excavation in 2006 revealed the walls of a round building, initially believed to be a theater. These archaeological findings offer a unique glimpse into the daily life and architecture of the Roman era.
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