Table of Contents
- 1 What is special about Nîmes?
- 2 How old is Nîmes?
- 3 When was the Arena of Nimes built?
- 4 How did Nîmes get its name?
- 5 How big is Nîmes France?
- 6 What is the Arena of Nimes used for?
- 7 What is the Nimes arena used for today?
- 8 How big is Nimes France?
- 9 What happened in Nîmes France?
- 10 What is the economy like in Nîmes?
What is special about Nîmes?
Dubbed the most Roman city outside Italy, Nîmes has a rich history dating back to the Roman Empire when the city was a regional capital, and home to 50,000–60,000 people. Several famous monuments are in Nîmes, such as the Arena of Nîmes and the Maison Carrée.
How old is Nîmes?
Built around 70 CE, shortly after the Coliseum of Rome, it is one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world. It is 133 meters long (145 yards) and 101 meters wide (110 yards), with an arena measuring 68 meters (74 yards) by 38 meters (32 yards).
Who built the amphitheatre Nîmes?
the Emperor Augustus
Built during the reign of the Emperor Augustus in the 1st century, Nimes Arena was a marvel of Roman engineering with its stunning façade of archways and ornamentation. A vast oval amphitheatre reminiscent of the Colosseum, Nimes Arena could seat up to 24,000 people in its 34 terraces.
When was the Arena of Nimes built?
70 AD
Amphitheatre of Nîmes/Opened
How did Nîmes get its name?
Named after Nemausus, the genie of a sacred fountain, Nîmes was the capital of a Gaulish tribe that submitted to Rome in 121 bce. The emperor Augustus founded a new city there and gave it privileges that rapidly brought it prosperity.
What is in Nîmes?
Top Attractions in Nimes
- Arenes de Nimes. 5,588. Arenas & Stadiums.
- Jardins de la Fontaine. 3,035. Gardens.
- Musée de la Romanité 579. Speciality Museums.
- La Maison Carrée. 2,585. Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks.
- Tour Magne. 1,500.
- Les Halles. 290.
- Temple de Diane. 765.
- Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle. 301.
How big is Nîmes France?
62.49 mi²
Nîmes/Area
What is the Arena of Nimes used for?
Amphitheater
Amphitheatre of Nîmes/Function
What was the Nimes arena used for?
The Roman amphitheatre (or arena) in Nîmes is the best-conserved of the Roman world. It was used for hunting wild animals and for gladiator combats from the end of the first century AD onwards. Many events are held there today.
What is the Nimes arena used for today?
How big is Nimes France?
What is the meaning of Nimes?
Named after Nemausus, the genie of a sacred fountain, Nîmes was the capital of a Gaulish tribe that submitted to Rome in 121 bce. The emperor Augustus founded a new city there and gave it privileges that rapidly brought it prosperity.
What happened in Nîmes France?
Damaged in 1815 during the fighting between royalists and Bonapartists, Nîmes became prosperous once more with the coming of the railways later in the 19th century. The Tour Magne, a ruined Roman tower in Nîmes, France.
What is the economy like in Nîmes?
Its economy is dominated by administrative and service activities. Nîmes is a centre for tourism, the Maison-Carrée and amphitheatre attracting large numbers of visitors. Refurbishment of the city centre has further enhanced its tourist appeal. Traditional industries such as the manufacture of textiles, clothing, and shoes have all declined.
Where is the Nimes arena located?
Nimes Arena is located in southern France in the centre of Nimes, and can be accessed via the N106 or N113 roads. Parking is available next to the site at Parking Indigo Nimes Arenes.