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Avignon

Avignon is among the main towns of Provence in southern France, often referred to as the town of popes. It is located near the River Rhone and is the major and largest city in the Vaucluse department. Avignon is very popular being the town where Pope fled to in the 14th century to escape the corruption in Rome. A palace was built for the Pope and is the world’s biggest gothic structure. Avignon has a population of about 200,000 inhabitants with a good percentage living within the city.

In medieval times, the town emerged as a vital center for commerce and communication and due to its strategic location it was preferred as the home for papacy for the kingdom of Provence and also because it was easy to travel to and from the town. Due to the papacy being there, the town grew into a political and economic city and was full of activities as many people moved in. The town has a number of sought after tourist sites such as Place du Palais, though it may appear quite expensive for tourists, it is mainly visited during summer. It is approximately 360 miles to the south east of Paris and 142 miles south of Lyon.

Avignon is also home to a number of museums ranging from modern ones dealing with arts to those dealing with olden day Romans artifacts. The town is also a great place for those who love bike riding and the inhabitants hold several annual festivals such as the theatre festival held in the month of July for three or four weeks and is home for great entertainment. Other places that you can visit include Notre Dame, a cathedral built in the 12th century with a statue of the Virgin on it. The Mausoleum too is another beautiful cathedral as well as some civic buildings constructed in the 14th century. Avignon also has several statues and bridges that are fascinating.

Transportation in the township is not a setback and one can check out anycarhire.com to acquire information on car hire in Avignon services and even book before you travel.

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