Avignon's Palace of the Popes, the 14th-century seat of the Roman papacy
Wrapped in ancient walls, I was surprised to find that the old city of Avignon, France is a surprisingly busy metropolis in Provence, a region best known for its vineyards and sun-drenched fields of lavender.
But here in the rural heart of the South of France, Avignon provided me with a cultured escape, and a romantic, delicious trip back in time.
A trip by train or car, that is — no time machine required.
The famously incomplete Pont d' Avignon, which (sort of) spans the Rhone River
Bonjour, monsieur -- comment allez vous?
The vine-covered gem in the upper right wins my contest for "Best Terrace in Avignon"
I loved dining at La Vache a Carreaux, a romantic little wine and cheese restaurant in Avignon
Wood carvings on the door of the gothic Eglise d' Saint-Pierre
Famed playwright Moliere graces the Avignon Opera House in the Place de l'Horloge
Les Halles food market is amazing even before you go inside, thanks to a living wall
Inside Les Halles, you'll find a bevy of spices...
...and a House of Cheese...
...and seafood so beautiful it could make you cry
Avignon rose to fame in the heyday of Ancient Rome, and has the relics to prove it
Feet tired? Snuggle up on the little tourist train that tool you through town
Be sure to stroll the walking bridge across the Rhone at golden hour, then turn around to glimpse the old city in full
Avignon is truly on my bucket list once I make it to Provence! I would have loved to dine in La Vache a Carreaux too!! Great photography my friend.
Thank you for taking such wonderful pix of our FYF Tour 2012. I’m loving all the pix you’ve posted!
such a great post i must say and yeah beautiful pics Avignon is a best place to have fun i visited it few years back but recently i went to dordogne it also a beautiful place to spent some holidays with your family or friends.
What beautiful images of France.
Great work. Many Thanks!