Avignon France
A gateway to Provence
The fortified city of Avignon boasts some superb historical buildings, and a varied and turbulent history. Its heyday began in the 14th century when Pope Clement V moved here from Rome, and the papal links continued for the next five centuries. This has left the city with varied and fascinating architecture, numerous churches, palaces, courts and towers.
Avignon stands high above the immense plains of the Rhône River and is the strategic point of the whole valley. It was European Capital of Culture in 2000, and you will be able to tell why. The theatre festival alone, in July and August each year, attracts over 100,000 visitors. Use this as your base to explore Provence as it lies in the centre between the western and eastern hemispheres of this lovely region.
This is the gateway to the Alpilles region of the Provence, famous for its beautiful villages, Roman ruins, and delicious food. You are also at the Bouches du Rhône and can explore the excellent wine produced in this region. To the west is Uzes and yet another of the Provence's varied landscapes. A great area to bring children on holiday and just as suitable for romantic weekends.
The fortified city of Avignon boasts some superb historical buildings, and a varied and turbulent history. Its heyday began in the 14th century when Pope Clement V moved here from Rome, and the papal links continued for the next five centuries. This has left the city with varied and fascinating architecture, numerous churches, palaces, courts and towers.
Avignon stands high above the immense plains of the Rhône River and is the strategic point of the whole valley. It was European Capital of Culture in 2000, and you will be able to tell why. The theatre festival alone, in July and August each year, attracts over 100,000 visitors. Use this as your base to explore Provence as it lies in the centre between the western and eastern hemispheres of this lovely region.
This is the gateway to the Alpilles region of the Provence, famous for its beautiful villages, Roman ruins, and delicious food. You are also at the Bouches du Rhône and can explore the excellent wine produced in this region. To the west is Uzes and yet another of the Provence's varied landscapes. A great area to bring children on holiday and just as suitable for romantic weekends.
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