ProvenceYesFranceOne of the most popular holiday areas in the south. His scope is very broad: from the Mediterranean to theFrench alps. This is the ancient capital of Provence in Rome. He borders on the Rhone to the westItaly. Provence includesFrench Riviera, With his sunny weather, colorful countryside, local traditions, red wine, food and language (Provencal) And civilized. His main tourist areas include the city of Avignon and various scenic countryside. You can drive or bike to visit these villages from country roads or highways. Van Gogh once created and lived here in Alzheimer's.
area
city
Other destinations
learn
The Provence region includes all the ancient Provence regions east of the Rhone River, as well as the French Riviera (it was once the city of Nice to the east). The low-lying areas in this area are generally dry and warm throughout the year, but the higher-lying areas up to the Alps are relatively dry and cold. The southern part of the Alps is the most sunny in the entire mountain range.
Provence appears to be part of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, but this area is closely related to its history and culture. Although it seems a bit old-fashioned now (the large lavender on postcards and travel guides, you can take a while to find!), the culture of Provence is deeply rooted in its once glorious regional culture and language .
The Luberon mountain (Luberon mountain, "Chic" Mountain) is a highlight of Provence. It lies between the Durance and Calavon valleys. The scenery here is the most praised. Luberon’s rural lifestyle has been in place since Roman times and many people have longed for it.[1]The cuisine, history and climate of Provence are very unique and fascinating.
Provence is a very vast and beautiful area, well worth staying and savoring quietly, rather than just passing by in a few days or a week. To truly appreciate this area, you must like food, wine and local handicrafts. It is recommended that you make your own itinerary and itinerary, try to make your own route and itinerary a little more flexible, so you can wander in outdoor cafes or wineries, or wander in the ruins of ancient Rome. Here, you will be infected by the attitude of “joie de vivre” (joie de vivre), especially the cheese and sausage prepared by local farmers after a picnic, and after a glass of rose wine, you will find that you are already intoxicated.
history
The geographical scope of Provence has changed a lot in history. In the ancient Roman period, the province of Provence extended to the Alps in the north and the Pyrenees in the south, including the entire southern part of France. During the French Revolution at the end of the 18th century, Provence became one of the five administrative provinces. In the 1960s, France was re-divided into 22 regions, and Provence belonged to the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region.
Reading
Most French cities have their own websites and tourist offices (which provide a lot of information in multiple languages) so that anyone who is interested can find the information they want.
Those who are interested in literary works about French local rural life can readMarcel PagnolwithPeter Meier(Peter Mayle) (the latter is more about the lives of wealthy British expatriates).
In particular, Mel's "French Lessons: Adventures with Knife, Fork, and Corkscrew" ("French Lessons: Adventures with Knife, Fork, and Corkscrew") provides detailed and useful information and food recommendations on the cuisine of each region in Provence.
Language
arrival
transportation
go sightseeing
The province of Provence has many fascinating villages and beautiful scenery. These sightseeing spots include:
- Guardian Water Bridge（Le Pont du Gard）。IntroductionOne of the most famous tourist destinations in France. This diversion bridge, built in 50 BC, is an outstanding representative of Roman architecture.
- Provence Le Beau Village（Les Baux de Provence）。IntroductionOne of the most beautiful villages in France. Located on a 245-meter-high rocky plateau, this village overlooks Ars, the Camargue wetlands and the Little Alps. There is a majestic medieval castle in the town.
- Saint Remy（Saint Rémy de Provence）。IntroductionLocated in the heart of the Little Alps and built on the oldest Roman city, this charming little village has inspired many artists, including Van Gogh.
- Arles（Arles）。IntroductionThis city for more than 2500 years, also known as the "Little Rome of the Gauls", has the most impressive Roman theater among them. Ars was also the first city that Van Gogh discovered when he went to the south to enjoy the sun.
- Gaohede Village（Gordes）。IntroductionGaucher is listed as the most beautiful village in France. It perches on the rocks and faces the Luberon Mountains. There are beautiful castles and stone-paved paths here, where you can feel the breath and legends of its millennia.
- Roussillon Village（Roussillon）。IntroductionIt is one of the most beautiful villages in France. It faces the Luberon Mountains and is famous for its magnificent cliffs and impressive ochre quarries.
- Spring Town（Fontaine de Vaucluse）。IntroductionLocated at the foot of the Vaucluse mountain, in a valley, a huge eroded carved cliff overlooking it, this village is famous for its deepest spring in France. The springs form one of the most beautiful rivers in the province, the Sorg River.