One of the things Montpellier is very different in compared to other French cities is the fact that it does not have a ‘Roman history’. In the past, the Middle Ages to be precise there was a town called Maguelone, this episcopal town was forced to move further land inward under the pressure of constant pirate attacks. The name Montpellier was given to the settlement approximately in the year 985. this is based on a document found dating from around that time. In the tenth century Montpellier became a centre for international trade coming in from the Mediterranean sea. In 1213 the city was given to the kings of Aragon as a dowry because of a marriage between two prominent people. In the following centuries the city changed from owner a lot and after a lot of struggles on religious grounds it became an industrial centre in the 19th century and knew a enormous grew in the 1960s when French settlers from Algeria resettled in the city after Algeria became independent.

Montpellier is a real ‘university town’, which means it is perfect for an international student as yourself looking for a place to study in Montpellier. The town is situated exactly between Paris and Barcelona, both cities are reachable by train within two hours. Montpellier has its own conference centre and music hall, a very decent network of public transport and numerous places to enjoy the sun or dance the night away.

Montpellier is a great town just to wonder around and experience all the influences of this beautiful city.

Shopping in Montpellier
Do you love shopping? Well if you do then you are going to love Montpellier with so many great stores and well known high street shops available you will find it a great place to shop. Whether you like to shop for clothes, shoes, local specialities, food or whatever, Montpellier is the place to be!!! Given the fact that Montpellier is a city filled with students lot’s of stores are settled there just to answer your every wish.

When you just walk down ‘place de la Cómdie’ you’ll find the modern shopping centre, and wandering on into ‘rue Jean-Moulin’ you’ll see numerous nostalgic restaurants, boutiques and bars as well as some special chocolate boutiques offering the finest chocolate of France.

During your exciting study-time in Montpellier as an international student, you’ll find that this city has its own charm with its local, national and international fashion scene. Whilst you stay in Montpellier whether you are studying or doing an internship you are bound to find many shops that you can visit on weekends and on your day off to relax.

Parks and sights in Montpellier

There are also many great parks that are worth mentioning Montpellier famous for its originality you will find many places to visit to just relax and take in the outdoors during your stay.  Montpellier even has one of the oldest gardens in France, named ‘Jardin des Plantes’. Located at 163 rue Auguste-Broussonnet. With no admission and opening times all throughout the day it is really worth visiting. The garden exists of all kinds of exotic plants and a number of greenhouses which makes it a very interesting and beautiful place to rest during your break from your study of internship in Montpellier. If you love the outdoors you are going to love the different parks that are features throughout this amazing city. 

Cathédrale St-Pierre

This cathedral which was build 1364 is located on place St-pierre and is concidered to be the towns spirtual centrepiece. All during history it suffered badly during religious wars and revolutions. Being used by a medical school in 1795 it lost its title of cathedral for a long time. Nowadays it is a beatiful cathedral again, not only the outside porch looks great, the interior leaves nothing to your imagination. The best artworks inside are 17th-century canvasses in the transepts notably the work of a Huguenot, Montpellier-born Sébastien Bourdon, who painted himself among the "heathen" in The Fall of Simon Magnus. Also moving is Jean Troy's Healing of the Paralytic. The cathedral can be visited practically every day. The only exceptions are special occasions, for example special services during Christmas and easter.

 Promenade du peyrou
Another park which suits perfect for a place of rest after your internship in Montpellier is the 17th century promenade du peyrou this terraced park displays great views of the Cévennes and the Mediterranean. This esplanade is build on one of the most beautiful places of Montpellier. Another beautiful feature is the Arc de Triumph, build in 1691 to celebrate the victories of Louis XIV. In the centre of the promenade is an equestrian statue of Louis XIV and, at the end, the Château d'Eau, a pavilion with Corinthian columns that serves as a monument to 18th-century classicism. All these things, as well as the 14 kilometres long aqueduct are worth visiting and give you a great impression of the culture of France.
Le Corum

Le Corum is a very modern and most up-to-date theatre in town, many plays, dance recitals, operas, and symphonic presentations are given here every weekend. It lies in the heart of town. A great place for students to visit when a break is needed from your routine working or studying.

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