Introducing Avignon
Hooped by 4.3km of superbly preserved stone ramparts, this graceful city is the belle of Provence’s ball. Its turn as the papal seat of power has bestowed Avignon with a treasury of magnificent art and architecture, none grander than the massive medieval fortress and papal palace, the Palais des Papes.
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Famed for its annual performing arts festival, these days Avignon is also an animated student city and an ideal spot from which to step out into the surrounding region. In France and beyond, Avignon is perhaps best known for its fabled bridge, the Pont St-Bénézet, aka the Pont d’Avignon.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Baggage check in Avignon
by sheilamary 13 September 2011
The left luggage facility at Avignon central station has been closed all summer. Their X-ray machine is broken! However, you can leave…
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Re: Venice to Avignon
by fieldie 11 September 2011
Thanks guys, terrific! Will avoid Brescia and we'll overnight in Cremona instead, all sorted and thanks for taking t he time to respond.…
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RE: Venice to Avignon
by MilkBox 01 September 2011
Why Brescia?!?!?! O___o I would suggest you many other cities which are noteworthy and so beautiful! You can't miss *[Genova|http://www.a…
