Montpellier is a city located in the south of France, in the Occitania region.
It is known for being a vibrant university town, with a rich history and impressive architecture.
To get to Montpellier, you can take a train from Paris or Barcelona, as the city has a high-speed train station that connects it to several major cities in France and Europe.
One of the main attractions of Montpellier is its old town, which has a large number of old and picturesque buildings, including the Place de la Comédie, the Cathedral of Saint Pierre, the Babote Tower and the Porte du Peyrou.
It is also possible to visit the Fabre Museum, which houses an impressive collection of European art, from the Middle Ages to the present day.
Montpellier has a lively nightlife and a wide variety of restaurants and bars to enjoy.
Other interesting places to visit include the Mare Nostrum Aquarium, the Botanical Garden and the Parc Zoologique de Montpellier.
The city is also within easy reach of beautiful Mediterranean beaches such as Palavas-les-Flots and La Grande-Motte.
Montpellier is a city with a lot to offer, with a rich history and culture, a vibrant student life and a privileged location near the sea.
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See also information on Paris.