The starting point for many excursions is the Exchange Square, next to it are concentrated several gorgeous baroque buildings that were built in the 18th century. The main decoration of the square is the building of the Exchange Palace, furthermore there is the Customs Museum. Recently, the main monument of the historic square is the Mirrors fountain. This unusual fountain is a large flat surface which has been filled with water. Through special nozzles water is sprayed out of the fountain, so the square is always hovered in a slight haze.
Fans of theatre art will be able to visit the Grand Theatre; it is the main theatre scene of the city since the 18th century. This theatre occupies an incredibly beautiful building with columns; fragments of an ancient Roman temple were discovered during the construction in its place.
Among the outstanding religious sites in Bordeaux, of particular interest is Cathédrale Sen Andre. The first temple in its place was built in the 9th century, and the Cathedral, which visitors can see today, was built in the 11th century. Despite the fact that during hundreds of years of existence of the cathedral was reconstructed several times, it has retained its unique Gothic features. Inside the cathedral are preserved many of the old elements of the building, and its visitors will have the opportunity to admire the artful stained glass windows and stucco on the walls.
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