🏛️ Arles, Roman and Romanesque Monuments - The Baths of Constantine
Imperial thermal complex from the 4th century AD in Provence, France
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- Location: Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
- Period: 4th century AD, reign of Emperor Constantine
- Type: Roman imperial bathing complex with hypocaust heating
- UNESCO inscription: 1981
The Baths of Constantine are a Roman thermal complex in Arles that represents late imperial architectural ambition and engineering expertise. Arles was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1981 for its ensemble of Roman and Romanesque monuments, of which these baths form a significant component. As of 2026, substantial remains survive including brick vaulting, foundations, and underground heating systems that reveal the original layout and operational technology of the complex. The ...