The Palace Of Fishbourne Flashcards
1
Q
What was built after the army had moved west? (But before the palace was built)
A
Bathhouse, guest house and a new villa
2
Q
When was the MUCH larger building constructed?
A
AD75
3
Q
Were all the old buildings demolished?
A
No, the vill a and the baths remained
4
Q
What is the basic shape of palace?
A
A rectangle with a garden in the middle
5
Q
How was the palace very Italian/Roman in terms of style?
A
Mosaics on floors Wall-paintings Water supplied by an aqueduct Fountains Carefully laid out garden Columns Ornamental garden
6
Q
What was the purpose of the first buildings constructed by the Romans at Fishbourne?
A
Military port and depot/ for the soldiers during the invasion
