Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Explore · Provencal History & Traditions Touring Mysterious Château de Saumane in the Vaucluse February 21, 2018Until recently the village of Saumane, in the Vaucluse, was not on many tourist’s itineraries and the town’s residents probably liked it that way. After four years of restoration work and a large budget, the hilltop Château de Saumane has opened for public visits during summer months. Writer, philosopher, political activist Marquis de Sade lived in …Continue Reading
Explore · Our House in Provence · Provencal History & Traditions A visit with friends to the amazing Roman Pont du Gard October 5, 2017Contributor blog post by Michel: Our favorite Roman ruin in the South of France is the Pont du Gard, the aqueduct bridge that crosses the Gardon River in the Gard Department of Languedoc-Roussillon about 60 km (37 miles) from our home in Sablet, between Remoulins and Uzès. The Pont du Gard is part of the 50 …Continue Reading
Explore · Margo Lestz Discover the Curious History of the Gallic Rooster of France July 7, 2017Contributor blog post by Margo Lestz: Many nations are represented by the symbol of an animal. Normally, they choose one whose characteristics reflect those of the country: The United Kingdom chose the brave lion and the United States claims the majestic bald eagle. What animal do you think represents France? … The barnyard rooster. …Continue reading here to discover why the Gallic …Continue Reading
Explore · Ginger and Nutmeg · Guided Holiday Tours Bring Your Appetite with Avignon Gourmet Tour September 19, 2014Avignon is a must-see on almost every tourist’s Provence travel agenda. Whether you are a practicing Catholic or not it is impossible to ignore the fact that the seat of influence for this religion was based in Avignon for almost 100 years. Pope Clement V arrived from Lyon, without the intention of remaining he stayed …Continue Reading