- Avignon - Wikipedia
Avignon is on the left bank of the Rhône river, a few kilometres above its confluence with the Durance, about 580 km (360 mi) south-east of Paris, 229 km (142 mi) south of Lyon and 85 km (53 mi) north-north-west of Marseille
- 15 Best Things to Do in Avignon (France) - The Crazy Tourist
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 here and there are 24 rooms to visit on the tour
- Avignon | France, Map, History, Facts | Britannica
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 the papacy from 1309 to 1377
- Tourism in Avignon: visit Avignon | Avignon et Provence
Avignon is full of history and full of life 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
- The 14 best things to do in Avignon, France - Lonely Planet
Avignon is famed for its medieval architecture, papal palace and annual theatre festival TsTGraph Shutterstock Perched on the banks of the Rhône, Avignon is the gateway to Provence, and it's a great place to stop at the beginning or end of a Provence visit for a mini city break
- Avignon Tourisme
Plan your stay in Avignon! Find out what you can’t miss, what to do, where to stay, tips and advice from the tourist office
- Avignon Travel Guide Resources Trip Planning Info by Rick Steves
Famous for its nursery rhyme, medieval bridge, and brooding Palace of the Popes, contemporary Avignon bustles and prospers behind its mighty walls For nearly 100 years Avignon was the capital of Christendom, home to seven popes
- Avignon: things to do and to visit | Provence Tourism
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
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