Ruins: the fortuitous discovery of two statues representing warriors (human size) allowed Count Henri De Gérin Ricard to carry out historical excavation of the site. This work went on for 10 years from 1917 to1927. Since 1989, through the impetus given by Mr Jean-Pierre Maggi, the Mayor of Velaux and the Velauxienne benevolent associa-tion, trained archaeologists have been carrying out the necessary work in order to safeguard our heritage.

Today: the action continues thanks to a presentation of these collec-tions at the Tower museum. 26 centuries of history are on display for the public.