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A Whistle Stop Tour of the Gard
The Pont du Gard. Photo: © Shutterstock Follow in the footsteps of the Romans and medieval pilgrims who once traversed this glorious landscape, from its rugged gorges and verdant pastures to the windswept wilds of the Camargue. HEART OF HERITAGE UNESCO World Heritage site the Pont du Gard is, not surprisingly, the jewel in the Gard’s crown. Built 2,000 years ago, it is a remnant of the 52km Roman aqueduct that once carried water to the then 20,000 inhabitants of Nîmes. Guaranteed to blow you away, it’s the setting for many shows, concerts, exhibitions, fireworks and popular balls throughout the year. The 12th-century Abbey of Saint-Gilles is listed by UNESCO…