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The first traces of human habitation on Mont
Gaussier can be traced back to ancient times. In 1996, at least three habitation sites dating from Protohistory and Late Antiquity were discovered at the summit and on the slopes. This is what is revealed by the study of rubble stones, tiles, ceramics and
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Gaussier is made up of crystalline, white, hard limestone. Traces of numerous fossils can be found in the ground. This type of summit is characteristic of the Alpilles, particularly on the north face.
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amphora shards found on the site. In addition, the base of a wall was identified at the summit.
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30:View of Mont Gaussier
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62:43°46′00″N
170:Limestone
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181:Alpilles
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141:, France
131:Location
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