Travel to Provence to enjoy the beautiful land and culture
Southern France is one of the most popular destinations in Europe, with many attractive resorts. The Provence region, located in the southeast of France, is loved as one of the most representative tourist areas in the south, along with the Cote d'Azur region. We will introduce the charms of Provence, a region dotted with beautiful land, numerous cultural heritage sites and charming towns.
Provence, surrounded by the sea and mountains, is dotted with a variety of attractive travel destinations. For example, Marseille, France's largest port city, is the oldest city in France, originating from the Greek colony Massilia, built by the Phocaeans in 600 BC. Marseille, with its beautiful cityscape facing the Mediterranean Sea, is dotted with many attractions, including the historical heritage site Château d'If, also known as the setting for the novel The Count of Monte Cristo, the Old Port, which once flourished as a huge trading port, and the Notre Dame de la Garde, beloved as the city's symbol. Another great thing about traveling to this city is the encounter with seafood dishes such as bouillabaisse. It is about 3 hours from Paris by TGV. Or it can be accessed from Paris in about 1 hour and 15 minutes by air, so it is recommended to use it as a base for sightseeing in Provence.
Arles, the city where Van Gogh spent his later years and painted many of his works, is also a must-visit place in the Provence region. Under the strong summer sunshine that is unique to the south of France, you can tour the places that served as the models for Van Gogh's masterpieces "Café Terrace at Night" and "The Drawbridge at Arles". In addition, this city, which developed as a large city during the ancient Roman era, is dotted with cultural heritage sites that are registered as a World Heritage Site as "Roman and Romanesque Monuments of Arles". In particular, the ruins such as the "Amphitheatre" and "Ancient Theatre" are must-sees. Arles can be reached from Paris in about 4 to 5 hours by TGV.
In addition, Provence is dotted with many other places of interest, such as the Luberon region, which was the setting for Peter Mayle's essay "Twelve Months in Provence," and Avignon, which was the site of the papacy in the Middle Ages and developed as the center of Provence. The dazzling summer sunshine, the idyllic rural scenery of vineyards and olive groves, and the encounters with kind-hearted people are also great joys of traveling in Provence.
Travel to the Cote d'Azur region, a resort that the world admires
Along with Provence, the most representative tourist area in southern France is the Cote d'Azur region. This area, which means "Azure Coast," is dotted with luxury resorts facing the Mediterranean Sea.
The central city of the Cote d'Azur region is Nice, a city known as the "Queen of the Riviera." Nice has a beautiful beach that stretches for about 7 km, and there are many attractions such as the Promenade des Anglais, a 3.5 km main street lined with luxury hotels, art museums, and galleries, Le Chateau, an observation point that overlooks the beautiful cityscape of Nice, and the Old Town, where you can get a glimpse of the local people's lives in the depths of its winding alleys. Relax on the beach or enjoy a walk around the city... You're sure to enjoy an elegant summer holiday! Nice is accessible from Paris by TGV in about 5 hours and 25 minutes. It is also recommended to fly to Nice via Cote d'Azur International Airport.
Cannes, located about 34km southwest of Nice, is one of the most beautiful resorts in the Cote d'Azur region. This city, also known for hosting the International Film Festival every May, is a small town packed with the charm of the Cote d'Azur. La Croisette, the main street of Cannes, is dotted with ultra-luxury hotels visited by celebrities from all over the world, creating a gorgeous atmosphere. Meanwhile, if you walk through the old town of Le Suquet, you can feel the rustic atmosphere of this old fishing town. We also recommend visiting Ile Sainte-Marguerite and Ile Saint-Honorat, which are located off the coast of Cannes. Cannes can be reached from Nice by local train in about 35 minutes.
In addition to Nice and Cannes, the Cote d'Azur region is dotted with a wide variety of attractions, including Antibes, famous for its connection to Picasso, and Eze, a cute town on a cliff. In addition, summer is the season when various events are held in various places. If you are visiting the Cote d'Azur region, take a little longer vacation and enjoy its deep charm to the fullest!
The Provence region is full of history and culture, while the Cote d'Azur region is home to beautiful beach resorts. These two popular areas that represent the south of France each have their own unique travel attractions. We recommend that you enjoy either one at your leisure, or be a little greedy and visit both areas! Come and experience the extraordinary summer holidays that can only be experienced in the south of France.
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The Provence region is home to many historical cities that flourished from the Roman era to the Middle Ages. There are many World Heritage sites worth seeing, including the Roman and Romanesque Monuments of Arles, the Historic Center of Avignon, and the huge aqueduct over the Gardon River, the Pont du Gard. Hopping around World Heritage sites in southern France is also recommended!
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