Experts in race to excavate Roman site

Newly-discovered ruins of a luxurious 5th-century Roman palace in Auch in the Gers have sparked a race against time by archaeologists.

Connexion journalist

Published Wednesday 26 July 2017 - 15:00 Modified Wednesday 26 July 2017 - 15:00

Elaborate mosaics, underfloor heating and private baths were found when the site owner was digging foundations for a house. The dig team must hand back the site in September.

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