Lapidaire Museum (Musee Lapidaire)

The Lapidaire Museum (Musee Lapidaire) in Narbonne is uniquely situated within the walls of a deconsecrated gothic church. It showcases an extensive collection of Roman antiquities discovered in and around the city, including sarcophagi, tombstones, architectural fragments, and statues. The museum's presentation is somewhat unconventional, with many artifacts arranged in rows, offering a direct, unmediated encounter with history. A sound and light show is occasionally presented, illuminating the Roman past. The building itself is a significant historical structure, adding to the overall experience.