This was a trip for the ages. A Scenic River Cruise on the Rhone River in France. I hadn't been to France in a long time so I was looking forward to a re-immersion in French culture. The good life of French food, wine, cheese, and the sights and French people. Combined with a visual feast of the French countryside via the Rhone and it's very hard to beat this journey
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The Pont d’Avignon in France
This world famous bridge, and UNESCO World Heritage Site, straddles the Rhone River in Avignon, France. The Pont d’Avignon. Have a look...
Viviers, France – Medieval Icon
Like many medieval towns, it's best years and peak population (30,000) are well behind it. This formerly walled city dates back to the 5th century. There are now about 4,000 inhabitants but Viviers remains remarkably well preserved. Cars are heavily restricted (largely due to the narrow streets) and its cobbled rues are welcoming. The town …
Avignon, France – The Papal Palace
If you are in the south of France, and near Avignon, the "Palais des Papes" is an absolute must and is in fact a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was both a fortress and a palace to 6 Popes through a large part of the 14th century (1309-1376). It remained the property of the Pope …
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