Metz France

Metz is the capital of the newly created region of Lorraine. It is 3000 years old city and in ancient time Metz was known as Divodurum. Metz is known for its wealth and natural architectural heritage. Metz is worth to visit as it has number of beautiful parks to stroll around, good Museums, Churches, Art galleries, Markets. City Metz was the part of Roman era and remains can be seen in the oldest church in France, Museums or in certain places in the city like Saint-Pierre-aux-Nonnains.

The buildings of Metz are old and narrow streets, in order to explore city it is better to walk to find much more interesting architectures, doors, statues one the way. The famous cathedral St. Etienne is the must see place in Metz. It was built around 13th and 16th centuries. It is a gorgeous building and considered the third highest cathedral in France. The cathedral is also known as “Lantern God” because of its 70,000 square feet of stained glass windows. Metz is also one of France's greenest cities. The other places to see in Mitz is Arsenal, which is former military building erected by Napoleon III. Its concert hall combining is a real combination of classicism and modernity. The Metz, always was a land of music. To move around in Metz one has to rely on bus as it does not have any streetcars or subways.