Aigues Mortes

France 11 Aigues Mortes - A jewel on the Mediterranean/salt pans and Philip the Bold and Fair

September 15th 2009
Aigues Mortes is a jewel in the Petite Camargue. Less touristy than Carcassone usually missed by the tourists which is a shame because it is such an interesting place. Totally enclosed by medieval walls it along which you can walk. Founded in 1240 to provide direct access to the Mediterranean it is an area of marsh, sand, sea and salt. The city is heavily fortified and entered via La Tour Carbonni ... read more

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