CLT3140 Midterm: Midterm 4
23 Feb 2017
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Among the most prominent surviving monuments in continental europe of the late celtic period are the oppida (sing. oppidum), or large fortified settlements that have an urban character. Europe and beyond to the foot of the eastern alps and the valley of the. Danube: the sites were all chosen very carefully small french towns. Many survived as roman sites (often small urban centres) and many became. First oppida date to 2nd century-1st century bc. Ba and hallstatt hill fort construction techniques were overlaid with influence from their experience of hellenic/mediterranean settlements during their expansion towards italy and se europe. Their main features are the architectural construction of the walls and gates, spacious layout, and the commanding view of the surrounding area. Internally, excavation has revealed the 1st clear signs of urbanization in celtic society. Characteristics of late celtic culture in south central europe. 1st excavations took place under napoleon iii.
