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Provence’s landmark rich city, Avignon is France’s southern cultural and historic heart.

Nestled on the backs of the Rhone River, the city today is known for its summer Festival d’Avignon, an extravagant display of theatre and art. The rest of the year though, the city basks in a relaxed youthful atmosphere. And as the 14th century papal headquarters, Avignon is constructed of UNESCO-worthy heavenly architecture, reminiscent of its ecclesiastical past.

The city’s airy romance and great gastronomy is enough to captivate any passer-by but for an all encompassing Provence experience, you’ll want to hit the road. Plot your drive through the south of France and take in the region's blissful pace of life.

At the crossroads between Provence and Languedoc lies Avignon. Near the Mediterranean, Avignon is a fascinating town that, once you arrive, you may never want to leave. Avignon has lovely narrow streets that are perfect for wandering and exploring. It is ancient and full of history, yet at the same time bursting with life, art and music. The famous Festival D'Avignon, founded in 1947 stages events that run all over the town.

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Avignon both revels in its past and celebrates its future. Hire a car with easyCar and get the full sense of what this lovely place has to offer. The ramparts of the magnificent Palace of the Popes create a magnificent backdrop along with old clock towers and steeples. The varied mix of museums celebrate all that has been, but Avignon has its eyes firmly on the present as well. Enjoy the Avignon Theatre Festival each summer, a celebration of Avignon's thriving dance, cinema and arts scene. It is no wonder the entire city centre has been ranked as UNESCO World Heritage.