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A kaleidoscope of Provencal markets
Still at home, studying the theme of Provence, could not understand that everyone is so crazy in the markets? What is not a review, then necessarily a list - on what day in which town the market takes place, while even travel plans are adjusted according to the time of the market.
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For connoisseurs of Italian painting
The building of the Small Palace itself was built in 1317. The history of its appearance is vague: according to one version - it was built for the nephew of Pope John, according to another - it was built by Cardinal Berenger the Elder.
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Unusual facade of a traditional Provencal market
Market Les Halles (Marché les Halles d'Avignon) presents a rich selection of food. Here you can not only buy and try all kinds of gastronomic delights, but also soak up the atmosphere of a real Provencal market.
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Lovely Old Town Church
The main building, in the style characteristic of the medieval churches of Avignon, was erected in 1358, and its facade, decorated in the flamboyant Gothic style, dates back to the next century.
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Bridge that leads nowhere
According to legend, the bridge was founded by the shepherd boy Benese. He had a divine revelation that a bridge was to be built across the river Rhone. The inhabitants of Avignon reacted to his words with skepticism, but the boy picked up a piece of rock, which 30 strong men could not budge, and mo...
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For lovers of leisurely walks and beautiful views
Situated on a hilltop on the banks of the Rhone River, the Botanical Garden (Jardin du rocher des Doms) is a small and cozy park created in the 19th century. Shady alleys, beautiful views of the Rhone, prudently designed viewing platforms, a small cafeteria, a fountain with a grotto, goldfish and du...
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Main square of the city
Clock Square (Place de l'Horloge) has always been the center of city life. At one time there was a Roman forum, then there was a market, and then a place for public executions.
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For lovers of historical places
Historians tend to believe that already in the 4th century there was a basilica on the site of the Cathedral, not far from which was the residence of the bishop. But soon the basilica was destroyed and already in the 12th century, the current building in the Romanesque style appeared in its place.
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For lovers of historical places
Where is the Papal Palace in Avignon? The fact is that for 69 years the city served as the seat of the popes, from which Clement V, on the orders of Philip IV, moved his residence here from Rome.
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Small and cozy park
The small Square agricol perdiguier is located at Cours Jean Jaures, 41. It is also called the "Little Garden". A cozy place to relax among flower beds and a collection of Mediterranean plants.
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"Golden Tunnel" in Avignon
One of the eight gates in the fortress wall is located just opposite the station and from them begins Jean Jaures Boulevard (Cours Jean Jaures). Further, the boulevard passes into the street of the Republic and leads to the very center of Avignon.
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For lovers of historical places
The historic center of Avignon is surrounded by a fortress wall built in the 14th century, with a total length of about 5 km with 39 towers and 8 gates. These walls are considered the longest defensive system in Europe.
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The whole world is theater. There are women, men - all actors. And each one plays a role...
Once a year, in the month of July, quiet Avignon is gripped by theatrical fever. One of the most important theatrical forums is held here, annually presenting the best performances of the theater space.
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For lovers of historical places
The Antique Arch was built in 19 AD. e. in honor of the emperor Tiberius. Later, the arch served as a side entrance to the church of St. Siffreius, and even later was part of the local prison service building.
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Location of one of the four Christian relics
The Church of St. Siffred is a former cathedral church of the Catholic diocese, the first bishop of which was St. Siffred. The church was built in the 15th century at the insistence of the Pope Benedict.
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For lovers of historical places
The Porte d'Orange, dating from the 14th century, is the surviving part of the city wall that surrounded Carpentras in the Middle Ages. The height of the gate is 27 meters.
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Dedicated to sweet tooth
Confiserie Clavel is a family confectionery business now in its 4th generation. Here you can not only eat delicious ice cream with various additives, but also buy all kinds of local sweets.
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Do you know what calissons are?
In principle, calissons can be bought anywhere in Aix. We were at the Calissons du Roy Renе patisserie at Rue Gaston de Saporta, 13. A wonderful place and just a paradise for the sweet tooth!
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Walk through the former capital of Provence
On Place Richelme there is a small fountain with a sculpture of a bronze Boar in the center. This is a copy of the famous work by Pietro Tassa, the original of which is installed in Florence.
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Visiting the outstanding painter Paul Cezanne
From Cezanne's Atelier you can follow in the footsteps of the great painter along the same road that the artist walked every day to study for his main and favorite model - Mount Sainte-Victoire.
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Visiting the outstanding painter Paul Cezanne
In Aix-en-Provence, the outstanding artist Paul Cezanne was born and lived most of his life. At the University of Aix, young Cezanne studied law, but without completing the course, he moved to the School of Fine Arts.
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Walk through the former capital of Provence
It is believed that the Cathedral of the Holy Savior, the beginning of construction of which dates back to the 12th century, was built on the site of the ancient temple of Apollo.
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Walk through the former capital of Provence
The Old Aix Museum is housed in an old mansion from 1680 at 17 Rue Gaston de Saporta. A small exposition with the preserved furnishings of that time and interior items recreates the atmosphere of the life of the aristocracy of Aix from the time of Louis XIV, that old time when Aix was still the capi...
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Walk through the former capital of Provence
The Town Hall building was built in the 14th century. On the right side of the Town Hall is the Clock Tower, dating back to 1661. Its foundation was the former Roman gate of the city.
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Walk through the former capital of Provence
The legendary place of Mirabeau Boulevard is the cafe "Des Deux Garcons", whose visitors at different times were Zola, Girardot and Cocteau. The cafe is so amusingly named after two waiters who bought it for a couple in 1840.
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