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Activities, Heritage, History and legends
We’ve tried it out for you: the Roman arena in augmented reality!
Whether you feel more like a gladiator or a spectator, you can experience the Roman arena from every angle! The first remains of the Roman amphitheatre were uncovered in 1991 and lots of our schools went to watch the excavation work. When you’re 10, it’s hard to imagine that this place could have hosted an […]
On 29.11.2021
Reading time: 2 min
Heritage, History and legends
“The tale of Compostela”, history lives on
Béziers is a stage on the Way of St James. Whether it be 1192 or the 21st century, experience the magic of our beautiful town. The year is 1192… Just picture it: a summer night in 1192. You and your exhausted group of pilgims drag your feet as you dream about a few hours’ rest. […]
On 29.11.2021
Reading time: 2 min
Culture, Living environment
Rainy day activities
Yes, we’re in the South of France and the sun should always shine… but we do get the odd rainy day here too ! But there’s so much to do that a bit of rain doesn’t stop us enjoying ourselves in and around Béziers ! Running low on ideas ? Don’t worry, we’ve put together our top 7 rainy day […]
On 29.11.2021
Reading time: 4 min
Culture, History and legends
Béziers Méditerranée animal mascots
Every town and village in Béziers Mediterranée has its own animal mascot: it’s an animal the village has made its symbol based on local legends, often dating back to the Middle Ages. Locals make a model in its likeness from wood and fabric. It appears at all the events, festivals and festivities paraded in all […]
On 29.11.2021
Reading time: 6 min
