Nîmes
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See | December 2009
Nîmes
MAISON CARREE
Built in 16BC by the papa of Julius Caesar himself, this remarkably intact Roman temple owes its survival to the fact that it was rededicated as a church in the fourth century. Today, the only holy object inside is a multimedia projector, which shows a 3D film about the history of Nîmes.
Address: 1 PLACE DE LA MAISON CARREE. | Tel: +33 (0)4 6621 8256
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Hotels | November 2009
Nîmes
HOTEL DE L'AMPHITHEATRE
Modest but cosy lodgings are to be had at this central hotel, which looks out on the pretty market square. The affordable rooms are furnished with family heirlooms and colourful wallpapers; walk to a concert at the nearby Roman arena.
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Bars | December 2009
Nîmes
LE CIEL DE NIMES
Up on the rooftop of Norman Foster's splendid Carré d'Art, this airy tearoom/ restaurant (pictured) offers a beautiful view of the Maison Carrée. Admire the building's architecture while sampling a panna cotta.
Address: PLACE DE LA MAISON CARREE, CARRE D’ART, THIRD FLOOR. | Tel: +33 (0)4 6636 7170
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Restaurants | December 2009
Nîmes
A LA TABLE DE CLAIR
Clair, a self-taught chef, wows patrons at this colourful canteen with Languedocflavoured dishes using local ingredients. Clair's steak is basted with mustard and cassis sauce.