Roman amphitheater in Nimes

Nimes and Avignon

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April 20th 2009
Geo: 43.8346, 4.36086Today we are off to Nimes and Avignon via the Pont du Gard aqueduct. Nimes is a beautiful city. Very clean. They have a few Roman remains to be seen. The Maison Carree, a temple, the Arenes or arena and theTour Magne, an old watch tower. We hit the Maison Carree and the Arenes. In the Maison Carree they show a 3D movie about the important people of Nimes. The Arenes i ... read more

Europe » France

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more