I can't pinpoint exactly when or how I came to deign living in this city so much, but this past weekend, I had to the chance to rediscover a little bit of the magic that makes this city so attractive to so many visitors.
Melissa and her sister Susie stayed with me for a couple nights. I took them out to tour the sites and as we walked around the town, I started remembering my first impressions of Montpellier. I remember loving the city center all lit up and sparkly. And the quaintness and cuteness of all the little streets and shops. Plenty of patios and squares to eat outside or have a nice drink.
Even though the hobo population grows in the summer, along with their dogs and lack of cleanliness, the Place de la Comédie remains as vibrant as ever. As we toured the city, we saw many athletic competitions, including a beach volleyball tournament set up right in the middle of Comédie.
Though I may not have much desire to return here ever again, I have to give Montpellier it's credit. It is a magnificent city, even though I quickly lost interest in it due to the lure of all the rest Europe has to offer.
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