Montpellier Travel Guide
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In Montpellier, there are no well-organized arrondissements as in Paris. While municipal publications divide the city into "cantons", few of its inhabitants are aware of the boundaries of these administrative regions, preferring to orientate themselves by certain well-known quartiers or landmarks. For an overview, it is best to follow … Read Montpellier introduction
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This palatial four-star hotel is the biggest in the city and conveniently located between the railway station and the Place de la Comedie. Built in 1898, the …
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I lived in Montpellier for four months and I fell in love with this wonderful city. It is beautiful and sort of magical. The people are so nice. The city is very easy to navigate with the tram ... more
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Introduction
More and more people are flocking to Montpellier, charmed by its historic central district and its vibrant cultural scene. Studying in the sun, drinks on the Place de la Comédie, daydreams in the shadow of grand old mansions - and all a volleyball toss from the beach.
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Musée Fabre This museum is the city's cultural showpiece and holds one of France's richest collections. Founded in 1825 by the Montpellier artist François-Xavier Fabre, its collection is highly diverse and includes Flemish, Dutch, Italian, Spanish and French works and paintings …
Facts for the Traveller
Population : 229100 Area : 56km² Longitude / Latitude : 3.867000103 / 43.6139984131 Currency : Euro (EUR) Weights & Measures system : Metric
Getting there & Getting around
Getting there Montpellier's airport is only 8km (5mi) southeast of town. Air France flies at least four times daily to Paris (Orly and Roissy). Ryanair operates daily to and from London (Stanstead). The bus station is an easy walk from the train station. Hérault Transport runs hourly buses …
History
Recent History In 1977, plans for the Antigone District began. Built on the site of the former Joffre barracks between the old city centre and the River Lez, it features grand neo-classical design by Ricardo Bofill and boasts giant classical motifs. The buildings in this area mainly include …
Weather
Montpellier and it's region have a Mediterranean climate, similar to that of Provence and characterised by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Northeast winds can be common in summer. In winter, the drop in temperature, due to the wind, can be significant; when the Mistral wind blows through …
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Overview of Montpellier
758km (471 miles) SW of Paris; 161km (100 miles) NW of Marseille; 50km (31 miles) SW of Nimes The capital of Mediterranean (or Lower) Languedoc, this ancient university city is still renowned for its medical school, founded in the 13th century. Nostradamus qualified as a doctor here, and even …
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