 Introduction
Montpellier is one of France's most dynamic and fast-growing
cities. Visitors will discover a vibrant, thriving town that
seemingly has it all. It benefits from a mild climate and easy
access to the Mediterranean.
The city is also an intriguing mixture of both modern and ancient
architecture. Despite only beginning to flourish in the 10th
century, it still has plenty of history to offer visitors. Montpellier
is home to the oldest medical faculty in the world and it is
still considered to be one of the best in France. The narrow
streets and graceful buildings of the old Montpellier, the botanical
gardens and the Musée Fabre are all well worth exploring.
The Place de La Comédie, with its contrasting blend of
older buildings and contemporary pedestrianisation, illustrates
perfectly how Montpellier looks both to its future as well as
its past.
The high-profile socialist mayor, Georges Frêche, has
been instrumental in regenerating and transforming the city.
Much of the city's bold modern architecture is the result of
his own particular vision. The flashy Antigone district is the
symbol of his ambitious plans for the renewal of the city. With
an efficient urban transport system, new tramway and more ambitious
projects in the pipeline, Montpellier enters the
21st century with confidence.
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Additional details of the venues, attractions, facilities and
events in Montpellier as well as other general information. In French and English.
, the town of Montpellier
More information in French on the history, sights and activities
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