Vivier Maritime gallo-romain, Archaeological site near Roquebrune-sur-Argens, France.
Description
The Vivier Maritime gallo-romain is a Roman-era fish farming installation consisting of multiple basins divided by low walls. The overall facility demonstrates the typical layout of a storage area designed to keep fish alive for processing and distribution.
History
The facility developed during Roman times as a storage system for live fish that were later processed into garum sauce. It formed part of an economic system that transported fresh catch from the coast inland for production and trade.
Culture
The name refers to its original purpose as a fish reservoir where catch was stored before processing. Visitors can see how the basin layout reveals the practical importance this facility held in daily Roman life.
Practical
The site sits in a rural area best reached by car, as public transport options are limited. The remains are partly exposed to the elements, so visiting during mild weather and bringing protection from sun or rain is advisable.
Did you know?
The installation was deliberately built several hundred meters away from Roman homes to shield residents from the intense odors of fish processing. This reveals how Romans already considered quality of life when operating industrial activities.
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