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Unusual Attractions in Montpellier

Montpellier, France

Villa Des Cent Regards

100-windowed castle turned art gallery, built by one dedicated mason.

Montpellier, France

Musée d’Anatomie de Montpellier

This French anatomy museum greets guests with a skinless man, mid-shovel.

Montpellier, France

Promenade du Peyrou

This plaza is home to a number of works, including Montpellier‘s own Arc de Triomphe.

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Carbonniere Tower

This historic stone gate tower is now just a lonely relic in the middle of a swamp.

16 miles from Montpellier

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Salin Aigues-Mortes

This salt marsh in Southern France is as pink as the flamingos that inhabit it.

17 miles from Montpellier

La Mer de Rochers

This French "sea of rocks" is packed with stunning rock formations and its own medieval castle.

23 miles from Montpellier

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