Figeac - Champollion

We discovered that Figeac is the birthplace of Jean-François Champollion, (born December 23, 1790 - died March 4, 1832). He was a French historian and linguist who founded scientific Egyptology and played a major role in the decipherment of Egyptian hieroglyphs, including the Rosetta Stone. There are many places in Figeac honouring his invaluable contributions. Next visit we will be sure to spend more time in the Musée Champollion - Les Écritures du Monde (The Writings of the World)Read more