Provence is a province of the Roman Empire, abbreviated as PACA in English, and now it is a region in southeastern France, bordering on the Mediterranean Sea and Italy. The Rhone River, which flows southward from the Alps through Lyon, divides into two tributaries near Provence and then flows into the Mediterranean Sea.
The geographical scope of Provence has changed greatly in history. In ancient Rome, Provence was a province that reached the Alps in the north and the Pyrenees in the south, including the whole of southern France. Provence became one of the five administrative provinces during the French Revolution at the end of 18. In the1960s, France was subdivided into 22 regions, and Provence belonged to Provence-Alpes-C? te d 'Azur region.
The whole Provence region has unusual charm because of its variety-the weather is unpredictable, the warm wind is warm, and the cold wind is crazy; The terrain is undulating, the plains are vast, and the peaks are steep; Lonely canyons, desolate castles, winding mountains and lively cities ... all show the myriad customs of this land in southern France.
Provence has famous cities such as Aix and Marseille, as well as cities such as arles and Gade that produce high-quality wines. This area is rich in products and sunny. Since ancient Greece and Rome, it has attracted countless tourists and is still a tourist attraction.
As for the folk food in Provence, we have to mention bread. Auzel Bakery has more than 30 kinds of bread and magical bread sculptures, which are very popular in the local area.
Because of the beautiful scenery in Provence, many real estate developers now name their buildings after Provence, but these have nothing to do with Provence.
[Edit this paragraph] City of Knights
Provence is the "City of Knights" in Europe, named after the film "Light Cavalry on the Roof". Italian knight Angelo fled here for the revolutionary cause. Good people know what happened, which makes the meeting between a gentleman and a lady Paulina a troublesome thing ... When Paulina and Angelo meet again and gallop on the vast land of Provence, everything becomes relaxed and happy.
[Edit this paragraph] One day-Provence
Romantic Provence, intoxicating lavender sea of flowers
Provence, provence lavender, is located in the south of France. Since its birth, it has carefully kept her secret. It was not until the arrival of the Englishman Peter Mailer that the veil of Provence's long-standing unique lifestyle was gradually unveiled. In Mel's works, "Provence" is no longer a simple geographical name, but represents a simple, carefree, relaxed and lazy lifestyle, a humiliation, watching flowers bloom in front of the court; I have no intention of staying, and I have no intention of staying, looking up at the leisurely mood of the sky. If you travel to get rid of the shackles of life, Provence will make you forget everything.
The whole Provence region has an unusual charm because of its variety-unpredictable weather, warm wind, wild sea breeze, undulating terrain, vast plains, steep peaks, lonely canyons, desolate castles, winding mountains and bustling metropolis, all of which show the myriad customs of this French land. From July to August, lavender blooms in the wind, rich colors decorate the green valley, and the slightly spicy fragrance is mixed with the burnt grass fragrance, interweaving into the most unforgettable atmosphere in southern France.
There are many activities in this area, even more dazzling, from the Monton Lemon Festival in February to the avignon Art Festival in July and August. Ou Hongji's opera festival to the lavender festival in Provence in August echoed the unrestrained years in the mountain city. This free color has bewitched the creative inspiration of artists, including Cezanne, Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso and Xia, all of which have opened a new stage of artistic life in Provence. The hedonistic atmosphere of the C? te d 'Azur also attracted American writer Fitzgerald, British writer Lawrence, French writer Huxley, Nietzsche and others to make pilgrimages, and of course, Peter Mailer, who pushed Provence to the peak. The romantic color and endless art of Provence also attract us to understand it.
The most refreshing thing about Provence is that its air is always filled with the fragrance of lavender, thyme and pine trees. This unique natural fragrance is not easy to experience elsewhere. Lavender is the most unique and deeply loved. Because abundant sunshine is most suitable for the growth of lavender, coupled with the local residents' love for the fragrance and curative effect of lavender, in Provence, not only can you see charming pictures of lavender purple flowers tumbling everywhere, but also various lavender sachets and sachets are hung at home. Shops are also filled with various products made of lavender, such as lavender essential oil, perfume, soap, candles and so on. Drugstores and markets have packaged lavender for sale in herb tea. People can't help but want to know more about the charming aroma of Provence-lavender.
In Provence, lavender fields have completely different landscapes all year round. In winter, after harvesting, only short and neat dead branches are left, which are covered with snow. When spring comes, green leaves will grow. June is purple, and gradually, as the summer sunshine gets hotter and hotter, lavender flowers quickly turn into charming deep purple. Then began the busy harvest, it is very important to grasp the time. Therefore, flower farmers have to cut flowers day and night to extract the essence. By the end of September, all the flower fields had been harvested. Lavender fields can catch their breath, absorb the essence of nature and prepare for the purple flowers to bloom again next summer.
Provence, the hometown of lavender.
Eternal Provence
If some people say that Provence is completely romantic, it is probably not too much, because apart from the long-standing romantic love legend, there are Marseille, which is famous for La Marseillaise, Yves Island, which is famous for The Count of Monte Cristo, elegant university towns Aix and avignon, medieval villas with a long aftertaste, and comfortable small cafes on the street ... intoxicating.
[Edit this paragraph] The Mediterranean forever
The whole Provence region has an unusual charm because of its variety-unpredictable weather, warm winds, wild cold winds, undulating terrain, vast plains, steep peaks, lonely canyons, desolate castles, winding mountains and bustling metropolises-all of which show the myriad customs of this land in France. From July to August, lavender blooms in the wind, rich colors decorate the green valley, and the slightly spicy fragrance is mixed with the burnt grass fragrance, interweaving into the most unforgettable atmosphere in southern France. In terms of food, Provence's greatest advantage lies in its rich agricultural products. Fresh vegetables are combined with fruits, olive oil, garlic, seafood and spices to form a paradise for diners.
[Edit this paragraph] Roaming in the world of lavender
Lavender-Lavender, a kind of purple flower whose flower language is "waiting for love", has fascinated many people. Mr Pascal of Self Voyages in Provence drove us through mountains and fields in his Toyota, over white limestone, through a large golden sunflower garden, and finally stopped on a transpiration land in Xia Zi.
Lavender capital, lavender Sausel, is so beautiful. It's the first time for me to see such a lush lavender field, so pure purple blooms in the strewn at random fields, opening romantic symbols in Xia Feng, like the quietest yearning and the sweetest melancholy, as if hidden in the hearts of relatives but never able to hold your hand.
Harvested haystacks are rolled into oak barrels and dried in small groups in the fields, which is pure yellow. Yellow and purple are stretched so clean that the air, our hair and skin are full of lavender flavor.
Our driver and tour guide, Mr Pascal from Provence Self Voyages, prepared a picnic chair for us in the cypress forest. The content of the picnic is so rich that the only worry is that our appetite is too good. Chinese and western dishes, freshly squeezed juice, bread, cheese, fruit, wine and even dessert! Sunlight reveals golden spots from cypress leaves, the wind is soft, birds sing tactfully, their eyes are full of pure purple, and their breath is full of sweet breath-so-called happiness, that's all!
[Edit this paragraph] Provence Geography & History
Provence is located in the south of France. The original Provence started from the Alps in the north and reached the Pyrenees in the south, including the whole southern France. During the Roman Empire, Provence was listed as its province. /kloc-During the Great Revolution at the end of 0/8, France was divided into five different administrative provinces, and Provence was one of them. In the 1960s, the administrative province was reorganized and divided into 22 regions, so the Provence-Alpes Region came into being. Before and after the moderate university town of Aix and the papal town of avignon, there are small medieval villages and ancient mountain cities that have escaped the changes of the century.
Provence produces high-quality wines, of which 20 $ CTS% $ is high-grade and top-grade wines. Due to the sunshine in the Mediterranean, the grapes in Provence contain more sugar, which is converted into alcohol, making the alcohol content of Provence wine 2 degrees higher than that in the north. Dry pink wine with a slight orange color is the most distinctive. Common red wines are Provence, Provence Daniel F. Akerson and Bandor.
From the Mediterranean coast to the inland hilly area, there is a big river "Rhone River" flowing in the middle. Since ancient times, many historical towns have amazed the world with their beautiful sunshine, blue sky, charming Mediterranean and charming lavender.
Aix's Provence Aix is the hometown of painter Paul Cézanne. It has been a university town and a famous "Spring City" since the Middle Ages. This is the ancient capital of Provence in Rome. Today, it is still famous for its ancient Roman ruins, medieval, Gothic and Renaissance architecture. Aix is also famous for its unique cooking, rose wine and special language-Provence dialect.
Arles, an ancient town in the south of Provence, is famous for its warm and bright Mediterranean sunshine and fashionable artistic style. Anyone who has seen the Biography of Van Gogh will probably remember that outstanding painters once created and lived here. The streets, houses and bars here are full of strong artistic atmosphere. Ancient Roman architecture (Arabs are descendants of ancient Romans), artists' works and people living in modern civilized society live in harmony, tranquility and beauty here. Every July, a fashionable international photography festival is held here. On the Stone Gu Xiang and Little Square, great photographers and romantic figures who are creating trends today will be exhibited.