-  Avignon - From the Romans to the Popes -
Avignon is known around the world for the famous bridge
and the Pope’s Palace, but there are many other marvels to
discover all protected within its 14th century ramparts so well
preserved and renovated over the centuries.
After the palace, you can climb up to the Rocher des Doms.
This park offers views over the town and the beautiful
Pont Saint Benezet.
This medieval bridge was once nearly 3000 feet long and had
22 arches. A flood in the 17th reduced it to 4 arches and now
it has been made famous by the song “Sur le Pont d’Avignon”!!
Pont Du Gard - bridge of the Gard - is considered one of
the best-preserved Roman sites in all of Europe. You can
cross the aqueduct on its lower level and climb into the
surrounding hills. As you cross over it, try to imagine this
being built over 2000 years ago to carry water over 50 kilometres…
The stones are perfectly carved and placed so that no mortar is
used to hold it together.
Recently a new complex opened at the sight: the grand Expo 
includes an interactive museum about Roman life and the use
of water.
Châteauneuf Du Pape and the Papal tradition of planting
vine stock since the 14th century. But it was only in 1929 that
the certified vintage was established. The town and its
surrounding countryside benefit of an incredible climate and
sunshine.
While discovering Chateauneuf-du-pape, you will penetrate
into the very heart of a region where each person gives his
time and skills to the elaboration of high-quality wines in
each wine-cellar, each vault to encourage to share their passion.
You will learn the art of tasting the wines both red and white.
You’ll discover the small Provencal streets full of surprise:
the oil press, the baker’s oven, facades decorated with
sculptures, coats of arms…
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