Just 30 mins drive away is this fantastic ampitheatre which in the summer holds
'spectacular events'. The archway commisioned by Germanicus was originally the
entrance to the city over the river but was moved a few metres from its original
position to allow for a wider road. From this point you can take a river boat cruise.
There are numerous reminders of this towns past life as Roman Mediolanum situated
on the Roman route between Lyon and Aquitaine. There is a small museum and every
roundabout seems to have a roman artifact displayed on it During the 11th to 13th
Centuries many religious monuments were constructed in this area and the crowing
glory is the Abbaye-aux-Dames.
This ancient town has today become a major economic centre as well as a desirable
place for tourists to visit. Great restaurants, great shopping but still retains small
town charm.
FOR CHILDREN - the Roman theme is fun and educational, our 5 and 3 year old
adore running around the ampitheatre pretending to fight lions. Theres a lovely park
with an animal enclosure, great for little ones. Theres also a play centre if you are
unfortunate with the weather.
'spectacular events'. The archway commisioned by Germanicus was originally the
entrance to the city over the river but was moved a few metres from its original
position to allow for a wider road. From this point you can take a river boat cruise.
There are numerous reminders of this towns past life as Roman Mediolanum situated
on the Roman route between Lyon and Aquitaine. There is a small museum and every
roundabout seems to have a roman artifact displayed on it During the 11th to 13th
Centuries many religious monuments were constructed in this area and the crowing
glory is the Abbaye-aux-Dames.
This ancient town has today become a major economic centre as well as a desirable
place for tourists to visit. Great restaurants, great shopping but still retains small
town charm.
FOR CHILDREN - the Roman theme is fun and educational, our 5 and 3 year old
adore running around the ampitheatre pretending to fight lions. Theres a lovely park
with an animal enclosure, great for little ones. Theres also a play centre if you are
unfortunate with the weather.
| SAINTES - one of the great days out from our family friendly gites is SW France |
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