Quick Facts
- Provence is famous for its lavender fields, which reach full bloom between mid-June and mid-July, attracting thousands of visitors each year.
- The region boasts over 2,000 years of winemaking history, with the ancient city of Châteauneuf-du-Pape being home to its renowned wine since the 14th century.
- Provence's picturesque village of Gordes was classified as one of the Les Plus Beaux Villages de France (The Most Beautiful Villages of France) in 1981.
- The 12th-century Palais des Papes in Avignon is the largest Gothic palace in the world and served as the papal residence for nearly 70 years during the 14th century.
- Van Gogh created over 300 paintings while living in Arles, Provence, including the iconic 'Starry Night Over the Rhone', showcasing the region's vibrant colors and light.
Travel Details
- Country
- France
- Population
- 1.6M
- Daily Budget
- $80-150
- Best Time to Visit
- Jun-Jul
- Current Weather
- 🌙8°C/46°FClear
- Currency
- € EUR
- Coordinates
- 43.9352, 4.8904
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