Excursion to the Pont du Gard.--The author meets with an Irish
officer in the French service.--The stately aqueduct
described.--Arrival at Nismes.--The Maison Quarree.--Its
surprising beauty.--The amphitheatre of Nismes.--Temple of
Diana.--The Tour Magne.--Frejus.--Remarks on the neighbouring
coast.--The Protestants of Nismes.--Supper and a political
discussion at the inn (_The Louvre_) at Nismes.--Affray between
the Catholics and Protestants soon after the restoration. 289