Nimes Labyrinth  Nimes in Provence, southern France, has one of the best-preserved arenas of the roman world, seating 20,000 people. The Tour Magne overlooks La Fontaine, the Labyrinth and the Temple of Diana cave. The many myths and legends of Provence are included in the Guide de la Provence Mystérieuse This hedge labyrinth bears similarities to those at Hautefort and Chatsworth. Other names for the Labyrinth are " Shepherd's Race ", " Troy Town "and " Road to Jerusalem ". The most famous labyrinth of all must surely be that which Theseus must enter in order to slay the Minotaur, and which Ariadne enables him to exit with the aid of her thread. Constructed in the same manner as the greek key motif, and related to the labrys motif, labyrinths are surrounded by many myths and legends as detailed in Mazes and Labyrinths by Nigel Pennick. Instructions for constructing various forms of labyrinth are given in Sig Lonegren's comprehensive and lively book Labyrinths, where he also delves into the
many myths, mysteries and customs relating to the labyrinth.
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