Top 10 Best Things to Do in Nîmes, France [Nîmes Travel Guide 2024]
[Music] ancient nasus was a city on the viad demisha the first Roman Road built in Gaul now many hundreds of years after the fall of Rome The Monuments constructed here in the first century are as good as new the extraordinary Amphitheater is still used as a stadium for festivals while the Mason Carri is a temple facade as complete as any in the former Roman territories today we share the top 10 best things to do in neem so you can plan a trip and experience all the exciting attractions and activities this beautiful city has to offer starting with number 10 Les orens the Roman Amphitheater in neem has proudly stood the test of 2,000 years and looks great for its age the arena is still used for celebrations and concerts and every May is a solemn scene for 6 days of bull fighting during the F of Dene on a visit there’s so much for you to sink your teeth into because even the configuration of the stairwells and galleries is impressive and would have allowed 24,000 Spectators to get in and out in a few minutes without risking crushes from the outside near the entrance you can make out the sculpt in heads of bulls just above the upper tier of arches at number nine is the maon [Music] carry an exemplary piece of vetruvian architecture maon carry is almost unparalleled in the former Roman world for its completeness it has been here for more than 2,000 years and the only signs of age are a bit of weathering on the columns in The Marvelous Portico the temple was dedicated to gaas and Lucius Caesar two grandsons of Emperor Augustus who died in their youth in the next 20 centuries it became a house Granary church and was also the mooded tomb for the 16th century Duke of uses antoan de crel at number eight jordens de La [Music] Fontaine Parks don’t get much grander than these 18th Century Gardens around the Water Source where ancient n was founded there are Regal ballustrades broad stairways statues and marble vases but also exciting Roman monuments which we’ll visit later when the jordens de La Fontaine open in 1745 it was one of Europe’s first public parks and came about after attempts to channel the natural spring led to the discovery of a temple to Augustus in theater come to make more Roman discoveries and recharge your batteries on paths with Cedars and horse chestnuts at number seven Temple de Diane [Music] almost hidden behind a cops of Pines on the west side of the jordens de La Fontaine are ruins of a chamber with a long barrel Vault that caved in centuries ago to the sides are passageways with centuries worth of graffiti etched into the walls and there are fragments of expertly carved stonework in the main room the site is called the Temple of Diana although the exact purpose of the building is unknown it was possibly a library in instead just by the entrance there’s a plaque telling you the story of the site since medieval times and how it was damaged by fire in the early modern age at number six in our list lur Magna in its prime the tower at the top of the jordens de La Fontaine would SAR to 32 M dwarfing every other building in the city it is now 18 which is high enough the tower is all that is left of the fortifications erected during the rule of Emperor Augustus in 15 BC from its pedestal at the highest point of neosis it would have been a crucial Beacon and Watchtower controlling the plane you can enter to read the explanatory panels about its Celtic Origins and climb up the stairs to the Viewpoint at 18 M where the displays show you how the Panorama would have looked 2 years [Music] ago at number five [Music] Kar after neim was hit by floods in 1988 the city decided to rejuvenate the square around the maon carry and build a library and space for Modern Art Norman Foster won the architectural competition and his steel concrete and glass creation is just across the road from the temple although it is Nine Stories the building has a subtle outline because the lower floors are all Underground the galleries host temporary exhibitions by contemporary artists while there’s also a collection of 480 works and the permanent exhibitions are refreshed every [Music] year at number four Pont [Music] duard the Magnificent construction that traverses the Gardon river is 20 km from Nee but is part of the ancient City’s infrastructure the the aqueduct brought water all the way from the Fontaine de Ure bypassing the high Plateau directly north of neim with a 50 km Crescent PT du guard is the most astonishing section standing at almost 50 m with three tiers of arches and despite the awesome scale of the aqueduct there’s a difference in gradient of just 2.5 cm from one side of the Pont duard to the other 275 M away on the opposite bank at number three three in our list Roman [Music] Gates the Via deisher Roman Road passed right through Porto gust on its way down to cadis in Spain so linking the southern tip of Iberia with Rome there are two arches in the middle which would have been for road traffic like carts and flanking these are two smaller openings for people on foot if you look down you can see the marked locations of the two towers that would have defended the gateway to Millennia go at number two Esplanade Charles deal just next door to the amphitheater is a handsome open space trimmed with plain trees hackberries and decorated with the marble Fontaine prer the fountain was added in 1851 and is one big allegory for the city and region the woman on the pedestal represents neem because the maon carry is on her head in the Roman style while the four figures below are for each of the major bodies of water in the region the spring and neem the Gardon the Ure Chanel denim by the aqueduct and the rone check out the number one places in our list castellum dorium behind the railing on rud de la Andes is something you can only see in two places in the world Pompei and exactly this spot it might not look like much but as the information paint channel will inform you this was the terminal of the aqueduct of nasis it’s mind-boggling to remember that water would have traveled 50 km to this location now it’s time to hear from you what’s your favorite things to do in neem is there something we missed let us know in the comments section below and don’t forget to give this video a like And subscribe to greenable if you haven’t already click the Bell icon to stay updated on all our latest content [Music] n [Music]
Welcome to our channel! In this video, we will explore the enchanting city of Nîmes and uncover the best activities and attractions it has to offer. From ancient Roman ruins to charming local markets, Nîmes is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Join us on this virtual tour as we highlight the top things to do in Nîmes, including historical landmarks, cultural experiences, and delicious cuisine. Whether you’re a history buff, art enthusiast, or foodie, Nîmes has something for everyone. So sit back, relax, and let’s embark on a memorable journey through this picturesque French city.
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▬Contents of this video▬
00:00 Introduction
00:45 Les Arènes
01:30 Maison Carrée
02:10 Jardins de la Fontaine
02:56 Temple de Diane
03:42 La Tour Magne
04:28 Carré d’Art
05:14 Pont du Gard
05:59 Roman Gates
06:32 Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle
07:11 Castellum Divisorium
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