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Vaison-la-Romaine (French pronunciation: [vɛzɔ̃ la ʁɔmɛn]; Occitan: Vaison) is a town in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France. Vaison-la-Romaine is famous for its rich Roman ruins and mediaeval town and cathedral.
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There are still significant roman remains to be seen in the town, especially those of the roman baths and theatre, and the town is said to be the largest archaeological site in Europe.The Roman remains cover 15 hectares, eight of which are visitable. The Puymin site and the tourist office are both just behind the main square in Vaison-la-Romaine. C...
After exploring the Roman ruins head for the old town. Residents of Vaison-la-Romaine moved uphill in the second half of the 12th century following a spate of pillaging ordered by the Count of Toulouse. He was disgruntled with the bishop and disputing their respective possessions. On the hill residents could better protect themselves. The old town ...
On the edge of town is the 'Garden of the 9 Maidens'. This garden contains 81 granite blocks engraved with texts in 9 languages. It was created following the devestating flash flood in 1992 which swept away riverside houses and an industrial area and killed more than 30 people. The contemporary granite installations are in a lovely park with childr...
- Archaeological Sites of Vaison-la-Romaine. Vasio Julia Vocontiurum, situated at the base of Mont Ventoux, was once a thriving city within the Roman Empire and counted among the wealthiest ancient cities in Provence.
- Montfort Square. It is the heart of the contemporary city, surrounded by shops and cafes. The remnants of the Gallo-Roman city also extend beneath Place Montfort, as evidenced by the excavations carried out in 2010 before the recent renovations.
- La Grand’ Rue. The Grand’ Rue of Vaison La Romaine is a semi-pedestrian or pedestrian street, depending on the season, bustling with numerous shops throughout the year.
- Roman Bridge. Anchored in the rock, the Roman Bridge has always been a link between the city center and the medieval citadel on the heights, despite the floods of the Ouvèze River.
Visiter les plus grands sites archéologiques de France à ciel ouvert. Théâtre antique, rues des boutiques, villas, domus... découvrez la vie quotidienne aux temps des Gallo-Romains. En savoir plus.
Head for Vaison la Romaine with the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Regional Tourism Committee. Discover its historic cultural and natural heritage and its terroir.
Between the Rhone Valley and the Mont Ventoux, Vaison is situated at the foot of the Dentelles de Montmirail, in a hilly countryside perfumed by vines and olive trees. Vaison only got its full name in 1924.
Jul 3, 2023 · Vaison la Romaine has it all, Roman ruins, a historic and delightful medieval town centre, a castle on a rock, arts festivals, wonderful vineyards and glorious countryside for hiking and biking.
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