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.
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Places of Interest

Highlights include Autun Cathedral and Temple of Janus.

Church
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The Cathedral of Saint Lazarus of Autun, commonly known as , is a Roman Catholic cathedral in and a national monument of . Famous for its Cluniac inspiration and its Romanesque sculptures by Gislebertus, it is a highlight of Romanesque art in Burgundy.

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The "Temple of Janus" is a Romano-Celtic religious structure located in , , , to the North-West of the ancient city of .

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Places in the Area

Nearby places include Monthelon.

Village
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is a commune in the department in the region of in eastern . It is located just west of . is situated 6 km west of Autun.

Autun

Latitude
46.9511° or 46° 57′ 4″ north
Longitude
4.2986° or 4° 17′ 55″ east
Population
13,500
Elevation
325 metres (1,066 feet)
Open location code
8FR6X72X+CC
Geo­Names ID
6450845
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Places with the Same Name

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Localities in the Area

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Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Musée Rolin and Autun Railway Station.

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