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In the footsteps of the great Van Gogh
On the territory of the Monastery of Saint-Paul-de-Musol, there is still a clinic for the mentally ill, so only part of the premises is open to visitors. Entrance to the territory is possible from 9-30 to 18-45.
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In the footsteps of the great Van Gogh
In 1889-1890. in the local hospital at the monastery of Saint-Paul-de-Musol, in the psychiatric department, Vincent van Gogh was treated. He was enrolled at his own request, after a story with a cut off ear and treatment in an Arles clinic.
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For lovers of views of the city and fortifications
From the once impregnable Castle there are beautiful ruins and a magnificent view of the Alpilles mountain range and the roofs of Le Baux. The cost of visiting is 10 euros.
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For lovers of historical places
A small square named after the Prince of Monaco (Place Prince Rainier III De Monaco) appeared in Le Baux for a reason. The fact is that in 1642, under an alliance agreement with Grimaldi from Monaco, these rulers were granted the title of Marquis de Bo.
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What is the connection between bauxite and a small French village?
Les Baux is not only one of the most popular settlements among tourists in Provence, which is included in the Association of the most beautiful villages in France, it is also related to one scientific discovery.
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For lovers of historical places
Passing along Rue de l'Eglise, pay attention to another attraction of Les Baux-de-Provence - a Renaissance stone window with the slogan of the Calvinist Reformation - Post Tenebras Lux (After darkness - light).
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Movie chapel
The Romanesque Chapelle Saint-Blaise is located at the entrance to the territory of the Castle (at the end of Rue du Trencat). The chapel was built in the 12th century, and in the 17th century served as the headquarters of the Brotherhood of Carders and Drapers.
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Church with modern stained glass windows
Saint Vincent Church (Eglise Saint-Vincent) was built between the 12th and 15th centuries in Romanesque style. She is a kind of custodian of ancient traditions born during the reign of the Bo family.
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Beautiful frescoes in the old Chapel
The Chapel of the White Penitents (Chapelle des Penitents Blancs) was built by the Order of the Penitents in the 17th century and is dedicated to Saint Estelle, whose statue used to decorate the facade of the building.
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Great show of light and music
Technical part. From the bus stop in Les Baux-de-Provence, follow the signs along the road for about 5-7 minutes. Entrance fee 10.50 euros. Open from 9:30 a. m. to 7:30 p.
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Small and cozy Nimes square
Place du Chapitre is located in the historic center of the city and is surrounded by buildings from different periods and eras. But the most interesting thing happens on the square in summer evenings - city milongas are held here - dance evenings, where everyone can improve their skills in tango.
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The main temple of the city
Nimes Cathedral (Cath? drale Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Castor) is dedicated to the Mother of God and the local Saint Castor. Its history has three periods. The first, a Romanesque building, was erected over a Carolingian church, which, in turn, was built on Roman ruins.
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For lovers of leisurely walks and beautiful views
The Fountain Garden (Jardins de la Fontaine) was built in the 18th century and became one of the first public gardens in Europe. Its chief architect was Jacques-Philippe Maré chal, a military engineer at the court of Louis XV.
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For lovers of non-trivial sculpture
Place d'Assas was designed and rebuilt as recently as 1986. Author of Martial Raysse. The square is full of symbolism and allegories, emblems from the world of alchemy, tarot, Freemasonry and the Bible.
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Lovers of Roman ruins
One of the oldest buildings in the city is the "Square House" (Maison Carree), which was founded by order of Emperor Augustus. He dedicated the church to his grandchildren.
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Fans of the Romanesque style in architecture
St. Paul's Church (Eglise Saint-Paul) was built in neo-Romanesque style by the architect Charles-Auguste Questel (1849). In 1985, the cult French journalist and TV presenter Yves Mourousi consecrated his marriage in this church.
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For lovers of non-trivial sculpture
The artist and sculptor Martial Raysse created an original fountain with a crocodile on Place du Marche. Where do crocodiles come from in Nimes and what does this reptile have to do with the city?
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Lovers of Roman ruins
Arena (Amphitheater), located on the Boulevard des Arenes, built in the 1st century AD. The fate of the Nimes Amphitheater is in many ways similar to the fate of the Amphitheater of Arles - after the ban on gladiatorial battles, it was fortified and turned into a fortress, and dwellings and churches...
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Urban architecture lovers
On the Boulevard de la Liberation is the majestic Palace of Justice (Palais de Justice), created in the neoclassical style by the architect Gaston Bourdon. The building was built in 1836.
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Lovers of Roman ruins
On the Rue nationale are the Gates of Augustus or the Arlesian Gates. Built in the 1st century BC. e. , they were part of the fortress wall that surrounded Him and served as one of the main entrances to the ancient city.
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Monument to the national heroine of France
On Place Gabriel Peri there is a monument dedicated to Joan of Arc. This sculpture, by Maxime Real del Sarte, was created during World War II, when the French reanimated many of their folk heroes to keep up the national spirit.
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For fans of the Gothic style in architecture
The Church of St. Bodile (Eglise Saint Baudile) is located on Place Gabriel Peri. It was built in 1877 in neo-gothic style by architect Jean-Jules Mondet. The church is dedicated to Saint Bodil, the Catholic martyr and patron saint of Nî mes.
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For lovers of historical places
The Church of St. Perpetui (Eglise Sainte-Perpetue) was founded personally by Napoleon III Bonaparte during his visit to Nimes in 1852. Built in an eclectic style by the architect Leon Feuchè re.
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Urban architecture lovers
The Pradier Fountain (Fontaine Pradier), installed in 1848, is named after the sculptor Jean Jacques Pradier. The main element of the fountain is a woman representing the allegorical image of Nimes.
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An example of smart urban planning
From the railway station to the city center stretches the long Avenue Feucher (Avenue Feuchè res). It was founded in 1842 and designed as a "beautiful entrance" to Nî mes.
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