Autun

Autun is a subprefecture of the department in the region of central-eastern . It was founded during the Principate era of the early Roman Empire by Emperor Augustus as Augustodunum to give a Roman capital to the Gallic people Aedui, who had as their political centre.
  • Locality with about 13,500 residents
  • …lies at an elevation of around 330 metres (1,070 feet)
  • …is also known as “71014”

Places of Interest

Highlights include Autun Cathedral and Temple of Janus.
Kokin, Public domain.
Church
The Cathedral of Saint Lazarus of Autun, commonly…
The "Temple of Janus" is a Romano-Celtic religious…

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Monthelon.
Village
is a commune in the … is situated 6 km west of Autun.
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Latitude
46.9511° or 46° 57′ 4″ north
Longitude
4.2986° or 4° 17′ 55″ east
Open location code
8FR6X72X+CC
Geo­Names ID

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In Other Languages

“Autun” goes by many names.

Localities in the Area

Notable Places Nearby

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