Aix App – For Walks in the Town
Explore · Guest Post · Provencal History & TraditionsCarolyne Kauser-Abbott of Edible Heritage has created a self-guided walking tour of Aix that takes you to all the best places in town.
It brings to life the monuments, fountains, buildings of centre ville along with stories of the lives of famous local figures. But it’s more than just a history lesson.
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