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Palais des Papes

The Palais des Papes stands majestically on the rocky heights at the northern end of the old town of Avignon, overlooking the Rhône River. It is one of the largest medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. In the early 14th century, the papal court moved to Avignon, and for nearly seventy years thereafter, several popes successively resided here, earning Avignon the title of "the papal city." The palace and fortress are integrated into one, with thick walls and multiple towers guarding its perimeter. Inside, it is divided into the old palace and the new palace: the old palace, built during the reign of Benedict XII, is simple and sturdy, with a strong defensive character; the new palace, expanded by Clement VI, is magnificent and grand, representing mature Gothic architecture, including the over-50-meter-long great chapel within its walls. Historical calamities have scattered most of the interior furnishings, making the architecture itself the main attraction—Giovannetti's frescoes on the domes and walls of the Saint Martial and Saint John chapels, the full-wall hunting scenes in the pope's study "Hall of the Stag," along with the lofty and spacious conference hall and the hall where cardinals once convened to elect the pope, still evoke the grandeur of the past. The tour route is quite long, with most halls now featuring plain stone walls, though the two small frescoed chapels and the "Hall of the Stag" are particularly worth close attention. The spacious halls make good use of the multimedia tablets available for virtual reconstructions, allowing visitors to "see" the original furnishings. From the palace's elevated terrace, you can enjoy panoramic views of the old town's red-tiled roofs and the Rhône River, with the nearby Pont Saint-Bénézet also fully visible. The Avignon Theatre Festival, held every summer, uses the palace courtyard as one of its main stages—visiting during this time lets you experience the lively atmosphere that takes over the old town.

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The Provençal Colorado

The Provençal Colorado is a beautiful hiking area with lush greenery and rolling mountains covered in colorful flowers. It also features attractions such as country cottages, historical sites, and churches, making it a great place for visitors to get close to nature.

Luberon

Luberon is a region dotted with charming villages built in the medieval period. It is a region in central Provence in southern France and is part of the French Alps. It has a maximum elevation of 1,256 meters (4,121 feet) and an area of approximately 600 square kilometers (230 square miles). It consists of three mountain ranges (from west to east): Petit Luberon, Grand Luberon and Luberon Oriental. There are many towns and villages as well as farmland in the valleys to the north and south; the north is marked by Calavon and the south by Durance. Among the villages of Luberon, five are among the most beautiful in France. Well-preserved, Ansouis is perhaps the most beautiful castle in the region, and its pretty French gardens are a delight to the eye. Lourmalin with its Renaissance castle, bell tower, ancient facades and art, numerous old buildings form an unforgettable view of the Luberon and its heritage buildings attract many lovers of stone: Castellet, fourteenth century of churches, bell towers and bell towers, as well as old mansions and mansions of the eighteenth century. Perched on an ocher cliff, Roussillon exudes unparalleled charm. Walk through its sloping alleys and admire the beautiful houses, colorful facades, the remains of the city walls, and the bell towers and Romanesque churches. Not to mention the view of the ocher cliffs which are of course beautiful. Other villages are worth visiting as well. The perched village of Bonnieux, with its panoramic views of the Petite Luberon and the Vaucluse Mountains, its beautiful heritage is represented by a church in a mixed Romanesque and Gothic style, as well as the remains of medieval towers and ramparts. La Tour-D'Aigues is located on the banks of a small river and will take you to discover its alleys, Renaissance castle or churches. The village of Lacoste is dominated by its majestic castle, which once belonged to the Marquis de Sade and now hosts a festival dedicated to theatre, dance and opera every summer. Another perched village, Oppède-le-Vieux also has a very beautiful heritage: the ruins of a medieval castle, old houses dating back to the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, the collegiate church of the twelfth century, washhouses. Stroll along the cobbled streets and then don't hesitate to climb to the top of the village for stunning panoramic views!

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