The Rotonde Fountain (Fontaine de la Rotonde) is one of the most featured and recognizable landmarks in Aix-en-Provence. Constructed on a grand scale in 1860 by architect Henri Antoine Charvet, it measures twelve meters (39 feet) high and thirty-two meters (105 feet) wide.
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As we begin February, many of us are in the midst of making our vacation itineraries for the coming months. Tourism to southern France certainly seemed to make a full rebound in 2023, and I expect this year will be no different.
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The Montagne Sainte-Victoire is a limestone massif that extends more than 18 km between the departments of Bouches-du-Rhône and Var, and is ever-present in the landscape surrounding Aix-en-Provence.
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At nearly ½-kilometer in length, the Cours Mirabeau connects old town Aix-en-Provence to the north with the historically elegant Mazarin district to the south.
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If you dream of slowly wandering through traditional French markets packed with offerings from talented local artisans, you’ll fall in love with Aix-en-Provence. Treat yourself to fresh fish, produce and flowers, unique scarves, fabrics, clothing, antiques, jewelry, accessories, soaps and much more.
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