Square Antonin, Public square in Nîmes, France
Description
Square Antonin is a public plaza in Nîmes centered on a marble statue of Emperor Antoninus Pius, set within wrought iron railings and landscaped greenery. The space sits where Boulevard Alphonse-Daudet meets Quai de la Fontaine, adjacent to the Fontaine Canal.
History
The square was created in 1862 on the site of a former water basin, dedicated to Emperor Antoninus Pius whose family came from ancient Nemausus. This founding moment reflects the city's deep Roman heritage.
Culture
The statue's pedestal carries Latin inscriptions and verses by local poet Jean Reboul that express the city's historical ties to Rome. These texts shape how visitors experience the space and understand the place's ancient roots.
Practical
Benches are scattered throughout the space, making it easy to rest while exploring. The setting near the water and central location means the square connects well to other nearby attractions in the city.
Did you know?
The monument carries two Latin inscriptions, one on the eastern face that reads 'The Senate and People of Nîmes' when translated. This ancient civic formula reveals the city's pride in its republican roots and connection to classical authority.
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