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Montpellier is one of southern France's most dynamic and fastest-growing cities in France, where you can discover many cultural attractions.

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Montpellier is one of southern France's most dynamic and fastest-growing cities in France, where you can discover many cultural attractions.

Population: 287 351

Montpellier, is a bustling and vibrant city in the South of France often overshadowed by neighboring cities in Provence. The city is beautiful, filled with architecture and rich in history. It's lined with boutiques and sidewalk cafes, and dotted with magnificent squares.

There are many cultural attractions for visitors to explore in Montpellier, including museums, churches, and historical landmarks. Montpellier is the 8th largest city of France, and is also the fastest growing city in the country. Its population is one of the youngest in France, thanks to the large number of students who give the city a lively feel. 

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Montpellier has a Mediterranean climate , with mild, damp winters, and hot, rather dry summers. The monthly mean ranges from 7.1 °C (44.8 °F) in January to 23.4 °C (74.1 °F) in July. Extreme temperatures have ranged from −17.8 °C (−0.04 °F) recorded on February 5, 1963 and up to 37.5 °C (99.5 °F) on July 17, 1990.

Montpellier is served by railway, including TGV highspeed trains. Montpellier's main railway station is Saint-Roch. 

The Transports de l'agglomération de Montpellier (TaM) manages the city's public transportation, including its tramway network consisting of four lines and several parking facilities. The TaM also manages the large bike sharing scheme Vélomagg', comprising 1200 bicycles and 50 stations.

One-way Ticket (Local Transport):  1.40 €   

Monthly Pass (Regular Price):  48.00 €  

The Fabre Museum: Has been going through major construction and refurbishing in the past few years. This is one of the largest museums in France and contains over 800 pieces from Italian, French, Flemish, Spanish and Dutch artists. 

Place de la Comedie: the heart of the city and lined with cafes and shopping. This is also home to markets, and you must see the Opera and the Three Graces statue.

Beaches: Montpellier is also famous for its beautiful and pristine seaside. Escape to Montpellier’s beautiful coast and fantastic beaches far from crowds and concrete resorts.

La Promenade Royale du Peyrou: A park and oasis from the bustle of the city. It's also right next to Montpellier's replica of Paris' Arc de Triomphe.

Odysseum: Discover Odysseum, the new area just outside downtown, and its world of leisure and sensations. Odysseum is a unique and innovative complex that combines exciting activities with shopping, offering an extraordinary architectural feast influenced both by Ulysses and Space Odyssey.

Source: http://gofrance.about.com/

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