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1. Le Pont du Gard
- This world-famous monument above the River Gard was built in 34 CE. The structure still bears witness to the engineering brilliance and imagination... read more
- Nile Expert Tip: Close to Nimes the Pont du Gard is one of France's most famous tourist attractions. A UNESCO World Heritage...
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2. Musée Fabre
- This museum is housed in an old high school that once was a former Jesuit college during the 15th and 16th Centuries. Today the museum displays... read more
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3. Parc zoologique de Lunaret
- These 80 hectares (197 acres) contain over 100 different indigenous and exotic species. No tiny or concrete cages are to be seen and the spacious... read more
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4. Jardin des Plantes (Le)
- This garden was created in 1593. Today, the garden is a peaceful haven from the hustle and bustle of the surrounding metropolis. It contains a... read more
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5. Agropolis museum
- A project run by 2500 teachers and researchers, Agropolis aims at research related to food and agriculture. Information on agriculture from the... read more
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6. Promenade du Peyrou
- This long, raised promontory extends out from the city center towards the Arceaux district. From this high point the view extends from the Mediterranean... read more
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7. Languedoc Wine Tours
- Run by friendly English food and wine expert Dom George, Languedoc Wine Tours is a fantastic way to discover the wine, gastronomy and history ... read more
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8. Cathédrale Saint-Pierre
- Despite lying in a relatively out of the way part of the historic city center, and unknown even to many residents of the city, the exterior of... read more
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9. Aquarium Mare Nostrum
- As a part of the Montpellier Agglomeration, Aquarium Mare Nostrum is an impressive construction for all the visitors to marvel at. This massive... read more
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10. Jardin Méditerranéen Cade de Roquebrun
- Above the village of Roquebrun (85 kilometers/53 miles) from Montpellier on the D14 road) is found a garden of over four thousand plant species.... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
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Montpellier is a stunning medieval French town; a maze of medieval alley ways leads you to open plazas, beautiful historical monuments and great boutique artisans which will instantly enchant any visitor. As the Capital of the Languedoc Region and the eighth largest city in France, a blend of tradition and renovation, complimented by a fantastic Mediterranean climate make Montpellier a truly seductive destination.
The veritable heart of the city is the Place de La Comedie; a beautiful old square lined with quant French cafes and brasseries, shops and boutiques. The square takes its name from the theatre of the same name that once stood in the old square, but was burnt down in 1855 by enemy forces. A fantastic way to start your day in Montpellier it to sit out in the square with a coffee and a croissant and admire the square’s Three Graces Fountain; a superb monument sculpted in 1970 by Etienne d’Antoine.
For a gaze at some other of the city’s impressive monuments, take a walk down to the Chateau D’eau, which is an octagonal temple known for its water reservoir, fed from an 19th century aqueduct. Make sure you make the climb to the top floor for some stunning views of the city and the surrounding Cevennes Mountains. The Cathedral St Pierre is also an unmissable venture; not only being an astounding piece of architecture, with its touring pillars that support the massive porch, the cathedral is also of great historical importance. Built in 1363 it is the only cathedral still standing after the French Wars of Religion. In the Western part of the city, at the end of the Rue Foch, can be found a replica of the parisien Arc de Triomphe, which was built in 1961 to commemorate the victories of Louis XIV in battle. And if a tour of the sights instills an curiosity for local history, the Languedocien Museum and the Museum of Old Montpellier both provide a compelling insight into the regions past.
And if for some unfathomable reason you do tire of wondering around the city’s cobbled streets, the Mediterranean coast is a mere 10 kilometers away, for a swim and a sunbathe.
