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    The best things to do in Montpellier

    There is a wealth of stuff to do in Montpellier, starting with a visit to its historic town center.

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    Here you can see medieval streets and private mansions which are so beautiful that they are sure to have a profound effect on you. You can't miss out on Montpellier attractions like
    the Fabre Museum, which is named after the painter FX Fabre and houses works from the Baroque to Realist period and later: Nicolas Poussin, Rubens, Zurbarn, Delacroix, etc.

    The University of Montpellier, one of the oldest of the French Republic, is another of the places to visit in Montpellier for its history. It was founded in 1220 by Cardinal Conrad and confirmed by Pope Nicholas IV in 1289. The university was suppressed during the French Revolution and revived in 1896. With such a rich history, it's no surprise that so many tourists consider it one of the top attractions in Montpellier.

    The Aqueduct of San Clemente, another of the top things to see in Montpellier, dates back to the seventeenth century and runs through the district of Les Arceaux. It was formerly used to bring water to the city. And if you're still not sure of what to do in Montpellier, check out beautiful places like
    Comdie Square, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Cathedral of San Pedro.

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