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UZES
is the picture-perfect French town. Bakeries with sidewalk coffee shops,
cobbled alleyways and creperies to serve you 'al fresco'. Just order
a glass of local wine, sit outside and watch the world go by. But most
famous of all are the imposing towers rising above the red-tiled roofs
that greet the visitor before you even arrive. Illuminated by night,
these ancient structures are visible from many miles away. If you are
lucky enough to come on a Saturday or Wednesday you can get a taste
of the famous market and join the throng of locals from surrounding
villages doing their grocery shopping.
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PONT DU GARD
Built by the Romans, over 2000 years ago
this powerful, arched structure is one of the most impressive attractions
in the Provence. Spanning the River Gard, on three levels, the aqueduct
originally carried water over 11 kms to the city of Nimes. Locals and
visitors alike often take to the rough waters below the bridge to swim,
relax or just escape the heat during the summer months.
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COURSE CAMARGUAISE
This local sport using black bulls dates back as far as the 13th century.
Nowadays the cruelty that once characterized this pastime only involves
young local boys gettiing into the arena with the bulls and trying to
place various soft pompoms etc onto the bulls horns. After the young
boys show off their fearlessness the bulls go on to live free and happy
lives in the peaceful fields of the Camargue.
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AVIGNON - PALAIS DES PAPES
The city of the Popes, lies in a bend of the mighty river Rhone. The
cityscape is dominated by an impressive palace, whose majestic grandeur
casts a spell over the large city square and beyond to its surrounding
narrow streets. Come and discover the fascinating history of this unique
city. Around almost every corner you will see evidence of the Romans;
the powerful and creative founders of Avignon have left their mark for
us marvel at all these centuries later.
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NIMES - MAISON CARRE
This famous Roman building, literally translated
as "square house", was erected in the year AD5, and is one
of the best preserved temples from the Roman world. It was built to
honor the adopted son and grandson of Emperor Augustus. It is surrounded
by thirty fluted Corinthian columns and a sculpted frieze. The interior
is home to numerous altars, urns, mosaics and inscriptions as well as
the famous Venus of Nimes.Maison Carre is just one of many sights Nimes
has to offer. The city enjoys a bustling eclectic mixture between traditional
and avant-garde, and thus draws a wide range of visitors.
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AIGUES-MORTES, MEDIVAL CITY
This medieval city has long been protected by its
giant towers and walls. Aigues-Mortes is the perfect backdrop for one
of its many feasts. The Tournaments of Knights, for example, is held
every year in August. The city enjoys a weeklong, lively celebration
to honor its creator Saint Louis IX.
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LA GRAND MOTTE
In the 60's out from nowhere, heavy equipment and
machines arrived in the wilderness of water, sand and lagoons, to build
one of the most modern and surreal beach resorts. Super hi-tech buildings
started to rise up in every direction. Not exactly the kind of architecture
you would expect in the deep South of France, but fascinating none the
less.
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WINE COUNTRY
Our region is called Cote du Rhone. In November
all the villages are ready to have their new wines tasted. Wine merchants
come from around the world to test the new vintage. This is the time
for everyone to socialize and celebrate. Everyone; visitors, locals
and buyers are all welcome to come and sample the very best of French
wine with the experts.
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GRAU DU ROI - CAMARGUE
Here is a beautiful and quaint, old-fashioned fishing
village in the Camargue that has kept its charm. The old lighthouse
and the lively harbor are the perfect places to sample one of the many
Mediterranean fish dishes unique to this region. The long sandy beaches
and the beautiful dunes tempt you to take a day off from sight-seeing
to spend a day in your swimsuit relaxing.
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