Viggen Posted September 16, 2005 Report Share Posted September 16, 2005 The country's most important archaeological site is this year celebrating the 50th anniversary of its museum and Roman house. Augusta Raurica, the first Roman colony to be built on the Rhine, receives 140,000 visitors every year and offers fascinating insights into the way the Romans lived. full article at Swissinfo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostOfClayton Posted November 4, 2011 Report Share Posted November 4, 2011 (edited) I shall be in Basel for a few days at the end of November. I shall ensure I visit. Any tips from anyone? And is there anything else to see in the area? Edited November 4, 2011 by GhostOfClayton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostOfClayton Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Sadly, due to fog at Schiphol airport, my trip to Basel has had to be postponed, probably until mid-January. Watch this space, Augusta Raurica fans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostOfClayton Posted November 25, 2011 Report Share Posted November 25, 2011 Visit rescheduled to 5th December. Sadly I'll only be able to get there at about 1300, so have lost 2 hours already. Can't be helped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostOfClayton Posted December 9, 2011 Report Share Posted December 9, 2011 I visited Augusta Raurica on 5th December as planned. I'm trying to get my photos together, but watch this space for a visit report. Quick summary: Good remains, well preserved, but very spread out. Getting round them requires a bit of logistics Excellent standard of preservation Small but well kept museum Very good town house reproduction. Needs more than four hours - an enthusiast would need a minimum of 6. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ummidia quadratilla Posted December 9, 2011 Report Share Posted December 9, 2011 I'm looking forward to your visit report, GhostofClayton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostOfClayton Posted December 15, 2011 Report Share Posted December 15, 2011 Part one of the report - the photo album. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ummidia quadratilla Posted December 15, 2011 Report Share Posted December 15, 2011 I'm planning my trip there even as I write this! It looks like a really good site and worth a visit. I'm impressed by the reconstructions. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to part two - no pressure . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostOfClayton Posted December 16, 2011 Report Share Posted December 16, 2011 (edited) Part 2 of the report - Logistics Having had a few people I needed to meet with in Basel, I decided to stretch my visit very slightly to give myself a free afternoon to visit Augusta Raurica. Getting there For those interested in visiting, you should know that the place is a doddle to visit using public transport. If you Edited December 30, 2011 by GhostOfClayton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostOfClayton Posted December 16, 2011 Report Share Posted December 16, 2011 I'm planning my trip there even as I write this! It looks like a really good site and worth a visit. I'm impressed by the reconstructions. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to part two - no pressure . I've been tasked with writing a document on the practicalities of visiting Basel. If you need any help with your visit, let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostOfClayton Posted December 22, 2011 Report Share Posted December 22, 2011 (edited) OK Edited December 30, 2011 by GhostOfClayton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ummidia quadratilla Posted December 22, 2011 Report Share Posted December 22, 2011 Thanks GhostofClayton! Somehow I missed part two and only saw your reply to me on the 16th. I'm too busy getting ready for Christmas I guess and easily distracted by shiny objects. It looks like a very good excuse to go to Switzerland (as if I really need an excuse - my long ago memories of Switzerland are all good). Looking forward to seeing part 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostOfClayton Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Part 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crispina Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 I somehow missed the previous reports, too, including the photos. I'm glad I went back to read and look at them. Very interesting and informative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klingan Posted December 31, 2011 Report Share Posted December 31, 2011 Great post Ghost! Now I just need to figure out a way to get to switzerland! You really make me wish it was close by. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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