The town of Draguignan is located between the Mediterranean coast and plateaux de Haute Provence. It was the Roman era that formed the name of Draguignan. All medieval texts (the earliest known document that refers to the name Draguignan dates back to 909) unanimously refer to the Latin Dragonianum or Draguinianum. It is interesting to know that names of places ending in -anum in the Gallo Roman era are derived from the name of the owner followed by the ending-anum. Today's Draguignan derives from the name of a Draconius. Some other people claim that the name Draguignan comes from Arquinaut, the medieval settlement near the village of Tourtour. Whatever the origin of the name, some inhabitants of Draguignan nd it a pity that Draguignan does not come from the legend of the Dragon.
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Human presence in today's Draguignan dates back to the Chalcolithic period, circa 2500-2000 BC. The evidence lies in the dolmen of the Pierre de la Fee. Draguignan is also present in the Iron Age, on the site of what was to become the heart of the old city (excavated in 1978). The establishment of the Romans in Provence causes the birth of rural areas and the construction of a road network, including the passage from Frejus to Riez. Draguignan is half way between Frejus and Riez and having the connection between these towns is an important development for Draguignan. It was at this time the name Draguignan appears.
It was only in the twelfth century Draguignan identifies itself as a village. The first settlement was on the rocky hill. Over time, Draguignan moved down from the rocky hill and build protective walls pierced with four doors. Draguignan start to grow and grow and has become a booming place thanks to its location on the trade route Aix Grasse Nice. Documents from the 14th century tell us that Draguignan then counts over 2000 inhabitants. Draguignan grows to approximately 3000 souls in the late eighteenth century. However, the next century Draguignan saw a small downtime in his suburban development, only to resume after the Revolution. In the nineteenth century, the modern city of Draguignan is taking shape: demolition of the royal enclosure, opening of large arteries, construction of a new prefecture, a new theatre, barracks and the arrival of the railway. During the inter-war years, Draguignan passes the barrier of 10.000 inhabitants permanently.
Draguignan is the capital of Haut-Var. Draguignan has a privileged geographical position, it looks to the south, towards blue close shores of the Mediterranean and the North, in the waves of emeralds Verdon, among pines and lavenders. Draguignan offers all the advantages of a modern city infrastructure combined with the sweetness of life of a town in the Provence. Draguignan offers a prime location, close to the major communication routes such as the highway and TGV. Draguignan is a true gateway of the High Country Varois. Draguignan is the business area of the Haut Var and with its current 40.000 inhabitants, the true engine of the new urban community. Draguignan is in the process of further development, always remaining respectful and welcoming.
Draguignan is also a favourite holiday destination. The combination of generous vineyards, the green hills of the Provence, the aromas of Provence that fill the air, the good food and relaxed atmosphere make Draguignan welcoming to tourists, looking to discover an authentic culture in a remarkable and historic site. This unspeakable Provence charm reflected in Draguignan is combined with comfortable hotels and a variety of restaurants whose cards offer the best recipes of the soil.
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