The Popes of Provence: ‘Only in Provence’ Part 7
Avignon, once home to seven popes. But what were they were doing in Avignon rather than Rome? Why did the papacy relocate from the Vatican to Provence? It’s an interesting tale.
Avignon, once home to seven popes. But what were they were doing in Avignon rather than Rome? Why did the papacy relocate from the Vatican to Provence? It’s an interesting tale.
The best Roman sites are around Provence - 'Provincia Romana', the large Roman province along the Mediterranean coast.
Let’s look at the traditions based on a deep respect for nature & animals - which remain integral to rural life
France has the 3rd largest Jewish population. For centuries the center of Jewish life wasn’t Paris, it was Provence…
Provence legends are fascinating. Discover more of these legends as part of our 'Only in Provence' series.
You’ve never seen anything like it before. It’s magic. Welcome to the 'Carrières de Lumières', the Quarries of Light.
The colours are magnificent! Its magical, like nowhere else on earth.
Every culture has its quirks; what are some of France’s? The best advice would be to master these before you venture far - Let’s take a look...
Eurovision: Europe’s greatest cultural achievement- Is it the art of Michelangelo? -The Magna Carta? French cuisine? For me, there’s no question—it’s the Eurovision Song Contest
Test yourself - how many did you know about? how well do you know France?