2024 Avignon Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in September)
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Popular Attractions
Palais des Papes
Avignon Cathedral
Pont Saint-Benezet (Pont d'Avignon)
Avignon city wall
Jardin des Doms
The summer in the South of France
1⃣️Burgundy region | Chablis, Côte d'Or, Beaune town
Burgundy is famous for its wine, and where there is fine wine, there is certainly no lack of beautiful scenery. Hills covered with blueberries, fields cloaked in forests, sparkling lakes, and of course, vast vineyards. Embedded within are medieval villages and retro castles... It's no wonder it's so popular for weddings.
Driving into Burgundy from Paris or the Champagne region, the first area you pass through is Chablis. Then you travel through Côte d'Or to reach the town of Beaune, to explore the Hospices de Beaune, the wine cellars in the old town, the classical houses, and the unusual geometric patterns made out of colorful enamel bricks on the rooftops...
Winery recommendation: Domaine Laroche (Chablis)
Hotel recommendation: Hostellerie Levernois
Restaurant recommendation: La Table de Levernois
2⃣️Provence | Lyon, Avignon, Gordes
Lyon is one of the oldest cities in France, especially the small street under the Fourvière hill in the old town, which retains many buildings from the 15th to 17th centuries, making one feel as if they have returned to the Middle Ages.
Avignon is covered with lavender and has many papal elements, such as the Papal Palace, Avignon city walls, Pont Saint-Bénézet, and the Cathedral of Our Lady of Doms, all filled with a mysterious aesthetic. Gordes-Provence, the location of postcard-perfect scenes, boasts not only the beautiful sea of lavender flowers but also the Stone Town as one of its highlights.
Hotel recommendation: Airelles Gordes
3⃣️French Riviera | Saint-Tropez, Monaco, Èze, Cap Ferrat, Nice
Saint-Tropez can be said to be the symbol of the reputation of the French Riviera, with many low-key yet luxurious top hotels and high-end restaurants, becoming a gathering place for wealthy celebrities and stars. Cannes is also a place full of history and artistic sense, with seafood that is even more affordable than in Nice.
Monaco is a country within a country, not belonging to France~ but it is quite wealthy, with valuable sports cars seen everywhere on the beautiful streets, making the whole country feel like an incredible showcase. Èze is a small village between Nice and Monaco, and from its exotic garden at the top of over six hundred meters, one can bird's-eye view most of the French Riviera, a very charming and spectacular sight.
Cap Ferrat is just a ten-minute drive from Nice. It's great for hiking. Nice is a delicate and elegant color city, with markets that are great to stroll around, full of the charm of the South of France. Because Monaco, Èze, Nice are all close together
leona.ortiz.london
The Old Papal Palace (not in the Vatican)
I didn’t know there was a Papal Palace in France until I visited one in Avignon.
It was an old building but still pretty interesting. The place Is really big and good for 2 hours long. There is an interactive tablet that serves as a guide as well. It makes use of VR so that was pretty cool.
It’s the main attraction in Avignon and a must visit, although it’s not something incredibly breathtaking.
Cool experience nonetheless.
Katherine Grace
Avignon's best punch position: Rock Park Le jardin du rocher des Doms
There is a free rock next to the Cathedral of Our Lady The park Le jardin du rocher des Doms), the birthplace of Avignon history, is now a public park and a great place to take a walk. The entire outer circle of the park is attached to the old city wall, so you can look at the city from different angles, so for us, this is actually the best place to shoot the scenery of the Saint-Bzee Bridge (Broken Bridge) and the Rhone River.
From the left side of the Cathedral of Our Lady to the top of the Rock Park, there is a viewing platform on the left hand side that is the perfect location for the bridge.
hamburger bag intimate small Raiders:
1. If you want to shoot Benezer Bridge, it is recommended to go back in the morning. To shoot the whole city, it is best to go at dusk.
2. Avignon is recommended for at least 1 day.
3. Southern France is the most recommended car.
Tequila..
Avignon, France
Avignon, also known as the 'City of Popes,' was once the residence of the Popes (including antipopes) from 1309 to 1423 during the period of the Catholic Schism. Additionally, Avignon is one of the few cities in France that still has its old city walls in a well-preserved state. The historic center, including the Papal Palace, the Avignon Bridge, and other historical sites, remains in good condition. These landmarks were designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995 under the name 'Historic Centre of Avignon: Papal Palace, Episcopal Ensemble, and Avignon Bridge' (French: Centre historique d’Avignon : Palais des papes, ensemble épiscopal et Pont d’Avignon).
Piak Chana
🏰✨ Avignon's Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort 🛏️🍴
🗝️ Step back in time with a stay at the enchanting Hotel d'Europe in Avignon, where you'll dine like royalty and sleep amidst history. 🥐🛌
📚 Walk the corridors once graced by Victor Hugo and be enveloped by an ambiance that whispers tales of the past. This hotel isn't just a place to stay; it's a narrative waiting to be explored. 📖🌟
🍽️ Savor a lunch that mirrors the rich stories of the hotel, with service that adds a personal touch to every bite. 🍴❤️
🔌 Embrace the charm of yesteryear in your room, but keep in mind that modern amenities like charging spots may be scarce, and the showers, a tad cozy. 💦🔌
📍Ready for a journey through time with all the comforts of today? Make your way to 12 Pl. Crillon, Avignon, 84000, France, and let every corner of Hotel d'Europe tell you its story. 🏰👜
#Avignon #AvignonHotel #AvignonTravel
Travelling blossom
Avignon's Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort 🏰✨
🗝️ Discover the enchanting Hotel d'Europe in Avignon, where history and modernity blend seamlessly. Start your day with a breakfast that's fit for a king, served with a smile in a setting that's steeped in history. 🥐☕
📚 Walk the same halls as literary giant Victor Hugo and let the intimate ambiance transport you back in time. This isn't just a stay—it's an experience wrapped in the warm embrace of history. 📖✨
🍽️ Treat your taste buds to a lunch that's as rich in flavor as the hotel is in stories. The personal touch of the service staff will make your meal an affair to remember. 🍴💖
🔌 Modern travelers, take note: while brimming with charm, the rooms are a nod to the past and might leave you wishing for more charging spots and a bit more wiggle room in the showers. 💦🔋
📍Ready for a historical retreat with a side of cozy? Head over to 12 Pl. Crillon, Avignon, 84000, France, for a truly unique stay where every corner tells a tale. 🏰💼
#Avignon #AvignonHotel #AvignonTravel
Unplanned trips
🏰✨ Avignon's Finest: Historic Charm Meets Modern Luxury 🌟
🗝️ Nestled in the heart of Avignon, Hotel d'Europe combines the allure of history with the comfort of modern amenities. Wake up to a breakfast spread fit for royalty, served with care by the attentive staff. 🥐☕
📚 Step into a literary legend's past; this isn't just any hotel—it's where the great Victor Hugo once laid his head. The intimate size adds to its historic charm, making you feel a part of its storied walls. 📖✨
🍽️ Indulge in a lunch that's nothing short of spectacular, with flavors that'll have you reminiscing long after your trip. The friendly service staff ensures a dining experience that's both memorable and personal. 🍴💖
🔌 While the rooms may echo the past, some modern must-haves like ample charging spots could use a boost. And for those who love a long, luxurious shower, the cozy wash areas might be a snug fit. 💦🔋
📍Find this gem at 12 Pl. Crillon, Avignon, 84000, France, and immerse yourself in a seamless blend of history and contemporary comfort. 🏰💼
#Avignon #AvignonHotel #AvignonTravel
Trekker’s Tips and Tricks
14-Day Cruise from Beijing to France + Switzerland and 6 Other Countries.
🌟 Welcome aboard the Mediterranean Hongtu, and explore our meticulously planned 14-day journey through Switzerland, the South of France, and the wonders of the Mediterranean. Don't forget to bookmark this post and start your dreamlike sea voyage!
🚢 Cruise Introduction
Mediterranean Hongtu: With an area of 460,000 square meters, including 35,000 square meters of public space, providing an average of 7.8 square meters of public space per passenger. Of the 19 decks, 15 are for passenger activities, featuring 32 elevators, including 2 panoramic elevators and 1 exclusive elevator for the Mediterranean Yacht Club, ensuring comfortable and convenient passage.
🗓 Travel Dates
June 20, 2024
July 18, 2024
Duration: 14 days
🌈 Highlights
🏔 Geneva, Switzerland: Beautiful Lake Geneva and the Alps scenery.
🌊 Southern France Cities: Including the city of art Lyon, the historic city of Avignon, and the coastal cities of Marseille and Cannes.
🌆 Barcelona: The jewel of the Iberian Peninsula, a city that blends classical and modern elements.
☀ Palermo and Naples, Italy: The best of Mediterranean islands and the vibrant "Sunshine City."
🗺 Detailed Itinerary
✨ Day 1: Depart from Beijing, arrive in Geneva, visit the United Nations European Headquarters.
✨ Days 2-4: Tour Geneva, Annecy, Lyon, and finally arrive in Avignon.
✨ Day 5: Tour Marseille, board the cruise in the afternoon, and start the cruise journey.
✨ Day 6: Arrive in Barcelona, explore freely.
✨ Day 7: Sea cruising, enjoy the cruise life.
✨ Day 8: Explore the desert and beaches of La Goulette.
✨ Days 9-10: Cultural heritage of Palermo and Naples.
✨ Day 11: Short stay in Livorno (Florence).
✨ Day 12: Return to Marseille, tour Cannes, Antibes, and Nice.
✨ Days 13-14: Tour Nice city, head to Monaco, and end the journey.
Ning Shan Travel
You definitely won't waste your money in Southern France, it's so worth it
☀️This summer, head to Southern France 🇫🇷 to encounter the lazy holiday vibes under the brilliant sun! Witness the sea of purple lavender, Van Gogh's style sunflower 🌻 fields, the azure glass sea of Nice 🏖️, feel the breeze of the Mediterranean, and dream a warm summer dream...!!
Southern France tourism, the aftertaste is really strong❗️❗️❗️
✈️7 days and 6 nights itinerary in Southern France:
D1: Paris - Dijon
D2: Dijon - Annecy
D3: Annecy - Small towns in Southern France - Avignon
D4: Avignon - Valensole - Lake Sainte-Croix - Cannes - Nice
D5: Nice - Èze - Monaco - Nice
D6: Nice - Saint-Raphaël - Saint-Tropez - Arles - Nîmes
D7: Nîmes/Avignon - Paris
🌈Unique activities in Southern France tourism
🍷Burgundy Winery Wine Tasting: Visit the famous Burgundy wineries, taste red wine, and explore the city of art and history that combines heritage, culture, and gustatory pleasure - Burgundy.
🏰Fairytale Town Annecy: Blue skies, emerald lakes, colorful stone houses, the fresh scent of the lake water blending with the town's air, allowing one to fully experience the European charm amidst the lake and mountain scenery.
🛳️Saint-Raphaël Sea Cruise: Take a boat cruise in the Mediterranean, savor the charm of the azure coast towns and enjoy the magnificent view of the sea and sky from a different angle.
💐Èze Exotic Garden: The 'eagle's nest' town on the Azure Coast, with its unique exotic garden atop the mountain, offering stunning views of the beautiful cliffside seascapes.
Come and join me on this unique journey❗️❗️
ELSIE SALAZAR
A soul-healing vacation in the South of France, a must-visit destination
🔥🔥🔥Dear fairy ladies, are you ready for a soul-refreshing journey to the South of France?
💫The sky in the South of France is as blue as a gemstone💎, mesmerizing and enchanting. The leisurely white clouds☁️ seem like poetry in the sky, filled with romance and laziness🌹.✨
🎗️Product Features
✅In-depth panoramic tour of the South of France, direct access by high-speed train, more time for sightseeing;
✅Seaside hotels on the Blue Coast, Provence-style hotels;
✅Most Instagrammable spots: the lemon town of Menton, the legendary town of Saint-Tropez, and the pink flamingo salt lakes.
🌈Popular Attractions
🔹The pink salt lakes of Aigues-Mortes
🔹The Camargue Wetlands Park
🔹Èze Village in the Sky
🔹Perfume Museum
🔹Monaco Prince's Park
🔹Menton
🔹Valensole
🔹Nice
Recommended Reasons💥💥💥
✨Direct high-speed train from Paris to the South of France✨
✨Explore the Camargue Wetlands Park and watch the pink flamingo salt lakes✨
✨Take a boat tour along the Blue Coast, encountering Saint-Tropez✨
✨Visit the lemon town of Menton, stroll through the old town of Nice and the Bay of Angels✨
✨Tour the Cannes district, understand the art of cinema and French culture✨
✨Wander through lavender fields, relieving physical and mental fatigue✨
✨Visit the city of theater, Avignon, and enjoy superb performances✨
✈️Itinerary Overview
💟Day1: Paris - Montpellier
💟Day2: Montpellier - Saint-Tropez - Saint-Raphaël
💟Day3: Menton - Monaco - Nice
💟Day4: Cannes - Antibes - Vaucluse
💟Day5: Avignon - Paris
💌So dear ones, don't hesitate anymore❗️
Here, you can let go of all worries, bask in the sunshine and the scent of flowers. The South of France is waiting for you~💖
WandererWandering
🏰✨ Provençal Elegance Unveiled: La Mirande, Avignon 🍇🌿
Nestled in the heart of Provence, La Mirande is a true gem for those seeking a touch of French classical luxury. Here's why this spot is a must-visit:
🛏️ Each room is a spacious sanctuary, combining comfort with an old-world charm that'll whisk you away to a bygone era. Sleep like royalty amidst refined decor!
🧼 Immaculate from corner to corner, the cleanliness of La Mirande is nothing short of impeccable. It's that fresh, crisp feeling that says, "You're taken care of."
🍽️ Indulge in a culinary adventure without leaving the hotel! With an array of dining options, your taste buds will be on a Provençal journey of their own.
📍 Location, location, location! Step outside and you're already in the embrace of vibrant Provence, with its stunning scenery and cultural tapestry.
Find this slice of paradise at 4 Pl. de l'Amirande, Avignon, 84000, France.
#Avignon #AvignonHotel #AvignonTravel
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The Medieval Papal City
Avignon, a famous tourist city in the south of France, is most prominent for the city walls that encircle the old town, stretching five kilometers in total, all built from massive squared stones, very similar to the feeling of the ancient cities of Xi'an and Pingyao in Shanxi. Here, one is not limited to visiting the ancient sites and museums, but can also stroll through the historic alleys, exploring the hidden treasures scattered throughout every corner of the city.
As the largest Gothic building of the Middle Ages, the Papal Palace witnessed the wealth and power of the Catholic Church in the Kingdom of France at one time.
The Petit Palais Museum, an extraordinary art museum located in front of the Archbishop's Palace, spans most of the 14th to 17th centuries in its construction, providing a perfect environment for displaying its numerous masterpieces.
The Broken Bridge/Saint Bénézet Bridge, widely known for a famous nursery rhyme, once spanned the Rhône River and served as a link between the Papal territory and the Kingdom of France. Of the twenty-two arches of this monumental building, only four remain today, with the rest having been swept away by the raging river centuries ago.
baelorin_8497
The old residence of the Pope is Avignon
❤Recommended reason:
Avignon Old Town, the former residence of the Pope. The broken bridge is near the entrance of the old city, and the old city is full of historical sedimentation, suitable for aimless wandering or finding a roadside shop to sit.
🚉Travel strategy:
It's very convenient by TGV high-speed rail. Tomorrow
WanderlustPassports*999
Provence filled with romance
Across the ocean, there is a medieval knight city.
She is located on the blue coast of the Mediterranean
It's the hometown of lavender. She is called Provence
As children, we probably all watched a TV show
The Zi Ling in 'See the Dream Again' lived the way all girls wanted to be
And she and Yun Fan's home is in Provence
You ask me how to describe the beauty here
I think it should be the lavender manor full of purple in July and August
It should be the mysterious castle full of Avignon's broken bridge
It's the couple bathing in the sun on the Nice beach
Or the beautiful perfume manor in Aix
Provence is like a palette rendered by God for lonely life
Leave all kinds of colored flowers in the world
We always say the world is so big, I want to see
But for a while, I don't know where to start
Provence will never disappoint you
Here, flowers and leaves are in love,
Trees and the earth are in love
The blue sky and white clouds are in love
Everything you can perceive is in love.
Love surrounds Provence
And it infects everyone who comes to Provence
Set off, right now.
cloyingbrianna
Travel map of France Red wine Champagne Azure Coast
France is an extremely fascinating place, with many world-famous cities, attractions, and delicacies. Despite some chaos for some well-known reasons, don't miss some areas of the big cities! You can go to the small and medium cities of France, the southern Provence countryside, and the azure coast, which is simply too beautiful.
1️⃣Paris, as the capital and largest city of France, is a city full of romance and culture. You can visit famous attractions such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame de Paris, the Louvre, and the Paris Opera House, and taste food and red wine.
2️⃣Marseille: France's second largest city, located on the Mediterranean coast, has an ancient city center, museums, beaches, and the Blue Coast.
3️⃣Lyon: France's third largest city, also a famous food city in France, has one of the oldest food markets in the world, where you can taste various foods. In addition, Lyon also has a beautiful old town, ancient cathedrals, and museums.
4️⃣Nice: Located on the French Blue Coast, it has beautiful beaches, ancient castles, churches and museums, as well as the famous cliff restaurant.
5️⃣Bordeaux: It is a famous wine-producing area in France, with a beautiful old town and museums, as well as the famous vineyards and wine museums on the banks of the Garonne. Here you can taste a variety of delicious red and white wines.
6️⃣Avignon: An ancient city in the Provence region, with ancient churches, castles and cathedrals, and the world-famous art festival 'Avignon Art Festival'.
7️⃣Toulouse: Known as the 'Pink City' because of the color of its buildings at dusk. Its reputation is also due to the vast Gothic and Romanesque churches and architectural monuments.
8️⃣Strasbourg: It is the crossroads of Europe, blending German and French cultures. It is the seat of the European Parliament, the Court of Human Rights, and the European Commission.
9️⃣Rennes: It is the capital of the Brittany region, with a beautiful old town and museums, as well as famous city gates and cathedrals, making it an excellent choice for understanding French history and culture.
🔟Rouen: It is the capital of Normandy, and the Seine River divides Rouen into two. This city is famous for Joan of Arc. It is also the 'City of a Hundred Bell Towers', with beautiful Gothic churches such as Saint-Maclou and Saint-Quentin.
1️⃣1️⃣Menton: One of the most popular destinations on the Azure Coast, with gardens and historical sites, and lemons everywhere.
1️⃣2️⃣Cannes: Famous for its film festival. It has ancient history, cooking traditions, and beautiful beaches!
JAYSON KNIGHT
Provence's 5 most worth visiting places
The Papal Palace
In Avignon, the first thing you need to visit is the Palace of the Popes, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest Gothic palace in Europe.
Cassis Roanne Estuary
Cassis was once considered a hidden gem, but has become more well-known in the past few decades. However, this is not a negative thing. In fact, it is still one of the best tourist destinations in Provence, with its white cliffs making it a great place to visit in the summer. Not only that, Cassis is also famous for its wine, and you can enjoy a drink at one of the many coastal bars and restaurants.
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Rhone River Mouth
Saint-Remy-de-Provence (French: Saint-Rémy-de-Provence) is a commune in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. It is one of the best markets in Provence, located on the French Riviera.
Arles Rhone Delta
Van Gogh's other residence in Provence was Arles. In fact, you can take a stroll in the Van Gogh tour and see some of the places where he painted about 300 paintings around Arles. To this day, you can also visit the Langlois Bridge, one of his famous paintings that still stands proudly.
Provence Aix-en-Provence and Rhone River Mouth
Provence's Aix has the warmth of the south of France and the elegance of Paris, making it a must-visit destination in Provence. If you prefer to spend more urban holidays in Provence, the city atmosphere here is the perfect choice.
LilyMontgomery15
Provence, the knight city of Europe [travel guide]
Provence is the most popular tourist area in France, attracting a large number of tourists every year. In addition, the famous lavender town around Avignon, as well as the famous seaports Marseille, Nice, and Cannes, are all famous tourist cities in Provence. Especially the small towns scattered in the mountains, they are definitely the best scenery not to be missed here!
Provence is a region located in the southeast of France, adjacent to the Mediterranean Sea and bordering Italy. It is world-renowned as the hometown of lavender, and vast fields of purple flowers are the best representation of Provence. Provence is also known as the "City of Knights" in Europe, and the important literary genre of the Middle Ages - Knightly Lyric Poetry originated here. It is rich in resources, sunny, and beautiful, attracting countless tourists since ancient Greek and Roman times, and still remains a tourist destination today.
Must-visit Top 5 attractions
1. Angel Bay
The most beautiful section of the French Riviera, named after its resemblance to angel wings.
2. Ez town
A beautiful medieval town, exuding classical French Mediterranean flavor.
3. The Papal Palace
One of the most important Gothic buildings in Europe, consisting of two parts, with a light show from August to October every year.
4. Old Town of Nice
In the old town, there are many Baroque-style churches and houses, full of Italian-style life and atmosphere.
5. The British Promenade
The famous Promenade des Anglais in Nice, with beautiful coastal scenery along the way and various flowers planted on both sides, leads all the way to the Bay of Angels.
From the Cannes Film Festival in May to September, it is the tourist season in Provence. The weather in Provence is clear and the temperature is comfortable, making it the best time to travel. Every year in July and August, lavender and sunflowers bloom one after another, ushering in the peak tourist season in the Provence region. At this time, traveling there, you can see large fields of flowers.
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It is an ancient town.There are many activities to do in Avignon but i enjoyed visiting these places.With 60 Euros.Vibrant Marseille, charming Aix-en-Provence, and historic Avignon: pay a visit to every quintessential locale in Provence .I recommend this place vast beauty,Springs ,hood scent and its ancient style!!
Hiker
Travel wear | Travel to Paris, super good place to recommend
this time because of work reasons h
originally planned to stay in Paris for four days
results directly shortened into a day
In one day, I have to buy and buy
I have to take pictures, visit art museums, drink coffee
, good early summer photos in Paris, special long
[photograph recommended]
Palais Royal Royal Palace
The public installation of the Buren Column in the courtyard of the Palais Royal. It combines the beauty of classical composition with the coolness of modern style. It is a very small place to take pictures of the sun. Basically, the tour group will not come. It is really easy to make a film here.
The title of this work is called "Les Deux Plateaux". The title is relatively straightforward, but its inner meaning is even more embarrassing, so everyone called him "Brunn Column", which is straightforward This is the "pillar made by artist Daniel Buren".
Cafe de Flore
This is a special coffee shop in Paris, not just a coffee shop, but also people who come here. Perhaps more because it was once the place where Hemingway, Picasso, and Hugo came, and many literary masters once wrote here.
I like the Parisian leisurely sitting at the door of the store and having a cup of coffee and chatting in the sun. It seems that they are very similar to Chengdu. They are not in a hurry or slow. After all, enjoying life is a more enjoyable thing. Have a cup of flower coffee, take a photo and enjoy a short Paris time.
Le Bon Marche
Dont go to Paris Spring and Lafayette anymore, except for the big group that the tour group and each line line up, theres really nothing to do. . Le Bon Marche is a department store that Paris natives like to visit. Basically, there are brands to buy, CHANEL, DIOR, CELINE, LOUIS VUITTON, VALEXTRA, LOEWE, and the goods are very comprehensive. The makeup brand on the first floor is also really a lot of good to buy.
The key here is also very beautiful (Figure VIII), casually patted all over, I was busy buying and buying that day, I took a picture of the environment, people just gave up taking pictures, now regret it, Wait until the next time you shoot.
FISHFISH.
Michelin also recommended the restaurant
especially recommended a restaurant called AVENIO, 2018 Michelin recommended restaurant. The location is not right, I can't describe it accurately with text, navigation can take you to find it. The store was small and came early at dinner, and the room was filled with reservations. I sat outside and opened the menu. The title page reads the source of the store name AVENIO. The original French word is the oldest name of Avignon. The price is moderate and the taste is amazing. The tender spinach is covered with squid slices, topped with fragrant egg yolk juice, and two high-quality hams are placed on top. Oh, the ingredients are too small to eat enough. There are many such restaurants in this town that are desirable.
Desperado.
Every August, in the main courtyard of this historic Gothic building, the famous light projector Bruno Seillier will present images of the Pope's legend and the historical essence of the city of Avignon! Light projector Bruno Seillier and his team AMACLIO enjoy a high reputation in France and throughout Europe. They are good at presenting French and European history with multimedia high-tech technology in front of a large audience. Bruno Seillier also used the same "lights and shadows" technique at Notre Dame and Invalides to successfully present the highlights of history to the audience. This is how technology has made a dream in history, longing for...
Desperado.
The fascinating Avignon is full of surprises. At first sight, there are diverse buildings, diverse cultures, and more love for colorful life. Choose an apartment in the old town to stay, shuttle in the quiet and peaceful of the ancient city wall, is the best travel life [heart] [moon]
Little_Round_Circle.
The towns of Avignon are not so tall ancient buildings, some with fake windows on the walls. It turns out that the taxation in the former city of Avignon is calculated according to whether there is a piano in the house or a few windows. Some people pay less for taxation, and they open less windows when building a house. After the house is built, they draw a fake window on the outside. . In 1995, Avignon was listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Today, there are only 15,000 inhabitants in the old town of Avignon. In order to protect the style of the ancient city, the government provides financial subsidies for the maintenance of old houses.
Desperado.
When you arrive in Avignon, it is not far from the Mediterranean Sea. Going south for another 85 kilometers is the port city of Marseille in the south of France. Avignon is connecting the main roads of southern and northern France. From the land to Italy and Spain also pass through Avignon, so Avignon is also a major town in the east-west traffic line in southern France. Due to its location, Avignon is a bustling place since the Roman era.
Desperado.
Located in the south of France, Avignon is the residence of the Pope in the past. The Palais is very quaint. It overlooks the city, the walls surrounding the city and the bridges that crossed the Rhone River in the 12th century. In the square below the Gothic building, the small palace and the Roman church of the Notre Dame priests form a special set of monuments that highlight the prominent role of Avignon in the Christianity of Europe in the 14th century.
Desperado.
Avignon, Provence, France, one of the landmarks of the world's cultural heritage sites - the Palais des Papes, the Palais des Congrs due to the 14th century Roman Catholic faction dispute, the Pope at that time in order to escape the struggle to move Rome with the support of the French King In Avignon, the city and the Palais des Congrs were built, and seven popes lived there for hundreds of years. The palace is divided into the old hall and the new hall. The style of the old temple is simple. It is the proof that the first pope has just laid the foundation. The new hall is luxurious and rich, which is the embodiment of the later development of the pope.
From the ancient city wall gate outside Avignon Central Station, walk along the Republic Street for 10 minutes until the highest point at the end can see this magnificent palace. Tickets are 14.5 euros per person, and also include a Chinese-based pad for Chinese tour guides.
I dont know how to understand the palace of the original religion, but the teaching of the imperial guide is very confident. I use the pad to hide the hidden treasure game in each room to guide the visitors to understand the past story of the palace. In order to get the final reward, I still really read every palace, which is more interesting than the visit to the Vatican Museum in Italy. Among them, the most impressive thing about eating goods is to visit the previous kitchen. It is incredible to see the introduction of the former high society people who actually eat roasted peacocks.
Sophia..
Avignon Avignon
Restaurant Aavenio
Avenio 19 Rue Des Trois Faucons
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The old town of Avignon is very tasteful, the narrow stone road, the ancient city wall, and the grandmother ash in the morning, let me unconsciously start the fan. decided to go today, literary, decadent, haha
When he is hesitating to enter the Imperial Palace, the sky suddenly swells and it rains soon. I don't worry about other things, I mainly worry about my grandmother ash! I have vaguely felt that my hair has faded
so I can only stroll into the palace. The ticket with the Saint-Beneze Bridge is 13.5 Euros, and if it is not, it is 11 Euros.
The Palais des Nations is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest Gothic palace in the world. Built after the Pope left Rome, the walls are 3 meters thick.
The Palace of the Palace is divided into two parts: the old hall and the new hall. The old temple is unpretentious and belongs to the Roman architectural style; the new hall is magnificent and typical of Gothic architecture. The Palais des Papes is not only the palace of the pope but also a fortress. On the square in front of the palace, there are many tourists coming here to visit, so it is very lively.