Things to See and Do When You Visit Nîmes, the Rome of France
Explore · Our House in Provence · Road Trips South of FranceContributor blog post by Michel:
As I have shared before, we try to find opportunities to hook up with our cousins who live near Montpellier in someplace mutually convenient for them and us. So one Saturday, a few months back, neighbors Bob, Darlene, Ed and Gwen in tow, we headed to visit Nîmes meet up with them for lunch.
…Continue reading here to learn about the importance of Nîmes during the Roman era, and why the city is sometimes called the Rome of France. There remain some interesting, restored buildings from Roman times including the Arena. Discover why there is a crocodile on the city’s coat of arms. Best of all, read Michel’s post for his tip on where to eat lunch when you visit Nîmes.
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