Thursday 24 May 2012

Visiting Provence? Video

Do you need a reason to visit Provence? No, I would go immediately perhaps avoiding July and August though!

Anyhow if you need a little persuasion, then here are 5 reasons to go courtesy of My Melange.

1. To experience art come alive.
2. The color purple.
3. Outdoor markets.
4. Hidden treasures.
5. Something original.

The scent of lavender along with honey, ripe fresh produce (whatever’s in season), and fresh baguette swirls together in the air of Markets in Provence.  Each day brings with it an outdoor market in a different region.  Vendors typically open around eight and end their day at one.  This not only provides you with delicious food, but a perfect setting for people watching and truly immersing yourself in a culture.

Any trip would not be complete, in my opinion, without a memento representing my time there or just something that captures the character and culture of a place.  Provence provides ample opportunity for finding just such a treasure with its many antique shops and flea markets.  Some particularly well-known are the Marché à la Brocante in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon and L’ Isle-sur-la-Sorge in Vaucluse.  Whether your treasure be an 18th century armoire or for those more budget conscious a vintage straw hat, you can find it here along with an authentic piece of provincial pottery.

For more details and photos: 5 Reasons to Visit Provence

Enjoy the sights and scenes of Provence - video:

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