Montpellier, FR: An aqueduct runs through it

Sunny Mediterranean Montpellier, located in southern France, is the capital of the Languedoc-Roussillon region. 

Its 17th century Saint-Clément aqueduct spans the "Les Arceaux" (The Arches) neighborhood and it was used to direct water to the city from the Saint Clément spring located 8.6 miles away.

The aqueduct has (obviously) become a staple of the city's geography over the centuries and is an integral architectural feature in the lives of Montpellier's citizens. It is dressed up with classy lighting showing off its characteristic features, while also serving as shelter for many local pétanque playing fields.

Massive 17th century aqueduct in Montpellier lit up at night

A little beauty lighting for the aqueduct

#FranceFriday: Calm Before the Storm - Montpellier

Storms happen, even in the beautiful south of France. Montpellier's neighbor's may have to deal with Le Mistral, we, in Montpellier, at least got this beautiful colorful calm shot before the fall storms.

Calm before the storm. Montpellier, FR. Fall of 2008.

#FranceFriday: Montpellier

 

During 2008-2009, I spent eight glorious months teaching English on contract in the south of France. This gorgeous city, constantly basking in Mediterranean rays of sun, just a short jaunt from the azure waters of the Mediterranean sea was my home.

 

Here is a shot of some of the city’s beautiful 19th century architecture, in the heart of the city, at Place de la Comédie.