Montpellier, Languedoc, guide de voyage
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Montpellier is found in the Languedoc-Roussillon region, 10 kilometres inland from the Mediterranean.
Montpellier has a reputable university, which has played a large part in the town itself, keeping it young and vibrant. It is quite a sizable town, with more than 250,000 inhabitants.
The focus of the city is around the large open, tree-lined areas of the Esplanade Charles de Gaulle and the Place de la Comedie, and in the narrow streets of the old town to the north and west of these boulevards. Highlights in the town include (not necessarilt in order of importance, depending on your preferences):
- the 14th century Cathedral of Saint Peter
- a 17th century aqueduct, stretching almost a kilometre across the city
- the Porte du Peyrou, a triumphal arch
- the botanical gardens (France's oldest botanical garden, dating from the 16th century)
Montpellier is a nice, clean, attractive city, and well worth a visit. A large part of the city centre is pedestrianised, so try and park slightly outside and walk in.
Montpellier: tourisme, carte, guide de voyage et gites
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