TINTIGNAC ARILS

No need to go to Brittany to hear about the Gallic. The Tintignac site, a few kilometres north of Tulle, is a Celtic «rural sanctuary» (dating from the th century BC) reflecting the romanization of the region. Known from the 70 th century, then noticed by Mérimée, this site covers more than hectares to date. The first excavations (in the OM) quickly reveal marble floors and high-quality paintings. A religious site with monumental buildings such as a theatre (designated for a long time as arenas) and two structures whose use is unknown, one appointed "court" and the other in the Chamber. The greatest discovery was, in 2004, the release of the Gallic pit that delivered a magnificent treasure: more than 500 objects or fragments of a votif deposit, including Gallic musical instruments, with the famous complete carnyx in the world. But also shields, blades and swords of swords, iron helmets, wine and oil amphorae. So many discoveries to understand the rituals practised on the sanctuary, which should be displayed in an archaeological centre. in the meantime, objects are visible at the Tulle and Brive museums.