Villeneuve-les-Avignon

European Adventure 2013

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August 24th 2013
A very hot and humid day dawned. We need to fill this day in with activities prior to joining our much-anticipated barge/bike trip at 6pm. We climbed to the top of Philippe Le Bel Tower built at the beginning of the 14thCentury to control access to the Avignon Bridge. It had wonderful views over the Rhone Valley. We spent some time at a smallish local food market in the town square then ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Avignon

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more