Honouring Provence Locals Who Helped Save Jews
Provencal History & TraditionsIn this week of commemoration, remembering those who perished at Auschwitz, it is fitting to honour those people, living and working in Aix, who helped save Jewish families, at great personal risk.
They are designated ‘Juste parmi les Nations’. There are 25,000 worldwide, 3,700 in France and more than 20.
Rosé all day: wine tour with sommelier-guide and 3 winery visits in Provence
Splash of rosé here, splash of rosé there, splash of rosé everywhere. Let's explore three wonderful wine estates in the world-famous rosé area that is Provence!
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