Beschrijving

Volubilis, une cité du Maroc antique is a French-language historical and archaeological study of Volubilis, one of the most important ancient cities in North Africa. Located near Meknès in present-day Morocco, Volubilis was founded in the 3rd century BCE under Punic influence and later became a major urban centre of the Mauretanian kingdom. Under King Juba II, who ruled as an ally of Rome, the city flourished before being fully integrated into the Roman Empire, where it enjoyed a period of prosperity and intense cultural exchange.

This work offers a chronological and thematic overview of the city’s development, drawing on archaeological research to place Volubilis within the broader context of Mediterranean history. It explores the site’s transformation through phases of Romanisation, subsequent Arab conquest in the 7th century, and its eventual decline after the 12th century. The authors combine narrative description with detailed illustrations, plans, maps and reconstructions that help readers visualise the urban layout and architectural features preserved at the site today.

Designed to be both informative and accessible, the book blends scholarly insight with clear explanations, making it suitable for general readers interested in ancient history as well as students and professionals in archaeology and heritage studies. It also functions as a guide for visitors to the ruins, offering tools to interpret what remains of this remarkable ancient city.