Gardens in the Place Royale du Peyrou. Grove on the outskirts of the Ecusson (the name given to the historical center because of its shape), the Promenade du Peyrou, explained that contains the statue of Louis XIV on horseback, is one of the favorite places of the people of Montpellier. The Arc de Triomphe and thechâteau d'eau (water tower), extend into the water and are models of the classics.