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In Roman antiquity, Arles was one of Gaul’s most esteemed cities, accommodating over 30,000 inhabitants and adorned with monuments which still stand today. With a multi-site pass, one can satisfy their curiosity for Roman heritage and marvel at the artistic works preserved in the city’s museum.
Arles, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is located along the Rhone river, where the Petite Rhone breaks off to the west on its way to the sea. Arles dates back to the 7th century BC when it was the Phoenician town of Theline, and its Gallo-Roman heritage is seen in the ruins which are incorporated into the houses and buildings of the city.
Arles is located in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in Provence (the region known as PACA). As a former Roman capital and a major religious center during the Middle Ages, Arles boasts extraordinary Gallo-Roman antiquities, recognized globally. This picturesque city rests along the banks of the Rhône river, featuring a vibrant market on Wednesdays and Saturdays. It stands out as one of the major Mediterranean cities in southern France. The city’s prime attraction, Les Arenes, an impressive Roman amphitheater, now hosts bullfights and various cultural events, a fascinating contrast to its historical use for gladiators and chariot races. For those interested in historical chariot races and gladiatorial contests, a visit to Nîmes is a must.
For too long, traveling to Amsterdam came with a significant, negative stigma. It had been thought of as a European “Sin City,” and the influx of young, rowdy tourists, together with those negative connotations meant that people often shied away from visiting this beautiful European capital with their families.