NIMES
(44 minutes from Salon de Provence)
Both medieval and contemporary, Nîmes has several monuments that cannot be ignored. Thanks to the development of its heritage (historical, cultural and architectural), Nîmes has received the label of Ville d'Art et d'Histoire.
The arenas of Nîmes
One of the best-preserved amphitheatres in the world
In the great cities of the Roman Empire, the arenas or the amphitheatre were the venue for
great shows.
A symbol of a city's fame, the amphitheatre attracted large crowds. The one in
Nîmes', along with that of Arles and the Colliseum in Rome, is among the best preserved in the ancient world.
After having served as a setting for Roman games, these places now host bullfights
during the féria.
The bullring is open to the public and an audio-guided tour allows visitors to discover
the architecture of the site and its history. A multimedia space is dedicated to gladiators and bullfighting , and puzzle games are available for children.
At the end of April, the Great Roman Games are organised, a great historical re-enactment.
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