Nimes (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore Nimes, a living gallery of Roman glory and Provencal charm, preserved through centuries.

This guide highlights Nimes as a city where ancient wonders stand alongside its modern life. Travel through time with eye‑opening notes on the Arena, the Maison Carrée, the Temple of Diana, and the Gard arches, and see how the city’s history shaped its art, architecture, and everyday atmosphere.

Containing introductions to the town’s most famous monuments and the people who preserved them, the book blends historical context with vivid descriptions of the capital’s present-day streets. It invites readers to imagine the Roman triumphs and the enduring beauty that remains accessible to visitors today.

• Close looks at major monuments like the Arena, Amphitheatre, and Cathedral.


• Insights into restoration work and the guardians of Nimes’ heritage.


• Historical notes on Antoninus the Pious and other notable figures tied to the city.


• Context for how Nimes’ past informs its present culture and landscape.

Ideal for readers who love Roman history, Southern France, and travel writing that brings antiquity to life.

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