Clippiacum, Roman palace in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, France
Description
Clippiacum is a Roman palace in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine situated on elevated ground above the Seine with visible stone foundations and scattered pottery fragments from antiquity. The site shows evidence of ancient vineyards nearby and was used as an important residence for many centuries.
History
The palace was founded as a royal residence by King Clotaire II in 614 and served as an important court location. Later under Jean le Bon the estate was renamed and became the founding location of the Order of the Star in 1352.
Culture
A chapel on the grounds was built to honor Saint Ouen, who died there in 684 and drew pilgrims for many centuries afterward.
Practical
The site today is an archaeological location with visible foundations and informational markers for visitors. Guided tours are offered by local historical organizations to help explain the development of the place.
Did you know?
The founding of the Order of the Star by Jean le Bon at this location in 1352 demonstrated the range of chivalric orders in the late medieval period. The place became a symbol of the ritual and noble practices of that era.
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