Avignon - Wikipedia
Avignon (/ ˈ æ v ɪ n j ɒ̃ /, US also / ˌ æ v ɪ n ˈ j oʊ n /, [5] [6] [7] French: ⓘ; Provençal: Avinhon (Classical norm) or Avignoun (Mistralian norm), IPA:; Latin: Avenio) is the prefecture of the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southeastern France.
15 Best Things to Do in Avignon (France) - The Crazy Tourist
2021年6月14日 · Lets explore the best things to do in Avignon: 1. Palais des Papes. You can’t comprehend the scale of the 14th-century Papal Palace until you see it in real life. Just to trying to convey the size, you could fit four gothic cathedrals in …
Avignon | France, Map, History, & Facts | Britannica
5 天之前 · Avignon, city, capital of Vaucluse département, Provence–Alpes–Côte d’Azur région, southeastern France. It lies at a point on the east bank of the Rhône River where the narrow valley opens into a broad delta plain, northwest of Nîmes. It was the capital of …
Tourism in Avignon: visit Avignon | Avignon et Provence
Capital of the Vaucluse and the Côtes du Rhône, seat of the popes and city of art and culture, theatre, cinema, museums, big stores and little shops, Avignon is a small city that has everything a big one has, and then some...
Avignon, France: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
Avignon, France Avignon charms visitors with its ancient streets, restored medieval ramparts and the immense Gothic architecture of the Palais des Papes (Palace of Popes—the papacy was based here in the 14th century).
Avignon, France Travel Guide - Leisure
2023年12月20日 · A must-visit on any trip to the south of France, Avignon oozes history and culture. Set on the Rhône river, it’s best known for the enormous Palais des Papes (Popes' Palace), which reflects its...
10 Top-Rated Things to Do in Avignon - PlanetWare
2023年12月22日 · The tourist appeal of Avignon goes beyond its amazing UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This city is known as a center of art and culture. Attending festivals are some of the main things to do in Avignon throughout the year, from the popular summertime Jazz Festival to a traditional Christmas market in December.
Avignon travel guide - France This Way
Avignon is a historic town on the Rhone river in Provence, and a beautifully preserved medieval town surrounded by the original fortified city walls. The part of Avignon that is of most interest to visitors falls inside the fortifications and is called the intra-muros quarter, and the bridge (the Pont d'Avignon) which is just outside the walls.
Avignon, a must-visit destination in France | Provence Guide
From the iconic Palais des Papes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to the vibrant local markets bursting with aromas of fresh produce and fragrant herbs, Avignon offers a unique blend of culture, art, and gastronomy.
Visit Avignon, the Heart of Provence - FRANCE.FR
Located in the heart of Provence, Avignon has everything needed to enchant you with its art de vivre and rich architectural heritage. Thelargest Gothic palace in Europe and epicenter of the city, the Palais des Papes was the residence of pontifical sovereigns during the 14th century.