Aiguèze is a small medieval village. There are still many remarkably preserved remains from the Middle Ages. Among these we can cite the keep, the Saracen tower or even the …
Aigues-Mortes is a magnificent fortified city built in the 13th century by Louis IX (Saint Louis) who wanted to have a port on the Mediterranean without going through the Italian …
Aigues, aix or Egue, means water in Latin. The town of Aigues-mortes is very close to the natural park of the Camargue, known in particular for its numerous marshes, of …
The Château de Tarascon is a magnificent example of a Provençal fortified castle. It impresses with its position on the banks of the Rhône. The small town of Tarascon, excellently …
The high roof of the Gothic castle chapel was covered in the 19th century with glazed roof tiles depicting the Crussol family coat of arms. There are two other towers …
The Château de Sauvages (18th century) was a very beautiful residence that belonged to the Marquis de Tussan. By marriage, the castle and land passed to the Boissier family. Abbé …
When it came to power, French kings Philip the Handsome and John the Good were determined to assert their position against the Avignon popes! The royal symbol of power was …