A statue of a brave bullfighter
Stands outside of this arena
It is said that he defeated six bulls singlehandedly
But that was long ago and today the arena is empty
Save for a few tourists and their guides
As I pass the arena I note a colourful poster promoting
Future pop concerts and other events
For some reason I think of the early Christians
Who died here in great numbers
They are not well remembered
Which is a little sad
It is nearly forty today
Which is in advance of Mondays temperature
By three or four degrees
Les Arenes
Nimes France
July 2nd 2019