1 July 2011
When visiting Aix-en-Provence, it’s hard to ignore the presence of Paul Cézanne (1839-1906). The post-impressionist grew up in the bustling town and markings throughout the city wind you pass the house he was born in, his father’s old hat shop and countless other sites that played a part, big or small, in the artist’s life [...]
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27 May 2011
Thought to be as old as 2800 years, Arles is a gem standing proudly amid other Provençal giants such as Aix-en-Provence, Avignon and Marseille. Though the smallest of the group, the city exudes the heart of Provence culture with treasures packed along its narrow street, including early signs of Roman occupation as far back as [...]
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