Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur Section
Lavender fields in Provence – Origin – Facts
Lavender has been cultivated in Provence since time immemorial for the production of essential oil used in pharmacology and in the perfume industry
Provencal fabrics – Their origins – History
The colourful Provencal fabrics, initially imported from India and known as Indiennes during the 17th century were soon adapted to French style and trend
Cimiez – Historical Nice – French Riviera
Cimiez, on the heights of Nice on the French Riviera, is home to the Roman Cemenelum and its museum, a monastery, the Matisse Museum and the Hotel Regina
Roussillon Village in Luberon – Provence
Roussillon in the Parc Naturel Régional du Lubéron in Provence, a village perched on a ridge of ochre clay once used in the textile industry to color fabric
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Eze village – French Riviera
Eze village, the Eagle’s Nest, a renowned tourist site of French Riviera and its exotic garden landscaped among the ruins of its medieval castle
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild – History
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild, the lavish mansion Beatrice de Rothschild, great art lover and woman of character, built in St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat on the Riviera
French Alps flora
The French Alps flora gathers some 4500 plant, flower and tree species that grow on 5 distinct vegetation zones or ecosystems found at different altitudes
Vaison-la-Romaine, roman ruins and medieval city
Vaison-la-Romaine, a medieval city of Vaucluse in Provence that boasts an impressive number of Roman ruins including a 1st century AD single arch bridge