Here is the most detailed and informative guide to this fascinating region, from the Cte dAzur and its seaside towns of St. Tropez, Cannes, Nice and Antibes, to the mountainous regions of Vaucluse, the Lubron and Mont Ventoux. See the papal palaces and cathedrals massed inside Avignons intact 14th-century walls. Or visit Nmes, with its Amphitheater, built by the Romans, still the venue for festivals and spectacles. Experience the Camargue, paradise for birdwatchers the only place outside of Africa where pink flamingos nest by the tens of thousands. The wild Camargue horses here are lege.

Annotation For years, Ferne Arfin has been playing in Provence, a place where Van Gogh spent his most prolific years painting. She draws from her experience to tell you about the people, their culture and the way of life. Covering every town, village and city in the region, this book takes you sightseeing in Avignon, shopping in Marseilles, to the best beaches at Cap d'Antibes and along the French Riviera to places like Eze, Nice, Monte Carlo and Cap Ferrat.

A masterful work of personal reportage, this volume is also a vibrant portrait of a mysterious people and an essential document of a disappearing culture. Fabled, feared, romanticized, and reviled, the Gypsies—or Roma—are among the least understood people on earth. Their culture remains largely obscure, but in Isabel Fonseca they have found an eloquent witness. In Bury Me Standing, alongside unforgettable portraits of individuals—the poet, the politician, the child prostitute—Fonseca offers sharp insights into the humor, language, wisdom, and taboos of the Roma. She traces their exodus out of India 1,000 years ago and their astonishing history of persecution: enslaved by the princes of medieval Romania; massacred by the Nazis; forcibly assimilated by the communist regimes; evicted from their settlements in Eastern Europe, and most recently, in Western Europe as well. Whether as handy scapegoats or figments of the romantic imagination, the Gypsies have always been with us—but never before have they been brought so vividly to life. Includes fifty black and white photos.

Here is the most detailed and informative guide to this fascinating region, from the Cte dAzur and its seaside towns of St. Tropez, Cannes, Nice and Antibes, to the mountainous regions of Vaucluse, the Lubron and Mont Ventoux. See the papal palaces and cathedrals massed inside Avignons intact 14th-century walls. Or visit Nmes, with its Amphitheater, built by the Romans, still the venue for festivals and spectacles. Experience the Camargue, paradise for birdwatchers the only place outside of Africa where pink flamingos nest by the tens of thousands. The wild Camargue horses here are lege.

This practical travel guide to Provence & the Côte d'Azur features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This Provence & the Côte d'Azur guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make Provence & the Côte d'Azur easier to navigate while you're there. This guide book to Provence & the Côte d'Azur has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Rough Guide to Provence & the Côte d'Azur covers: Marseille and around; Arles and the Camargue; Avignon and the Vaucluse; Aix-en-Provence, the Durance and the Luberon; the Haut Var and Haute Provence; Toulon and the Southern Var; Cannes and the Western Riviera; Nice and the Eastern Riviera. Inside this Provence & the Côte d'Azur travel guide you'll find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Provence & the Côte d'Azur, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Calanques, to family activities in child-friendly places like Arles, or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Grand Canyon du Verdon. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including Provence & the Côte d'Azur entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIES Includes carefully planned routes covering the best of Provence & the Côte d'Azur, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGE Clear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this Provence & the Côte d'Azur travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCAL Tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for boat trips, exploring ancient sites, hiking, kayaking or trying local-grown produce. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISS Rough Guides' rundown of Nice, Cannes, Marseille and Monaco's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Provence & the Côte d'Azur, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWS Written by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this Provence & the Côte d'Azur guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATION Comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to Provence & the Côte d'Azur features fascinating insights into Provence & the Côte d'Azur, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY Features inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Vieux Port, and the spectacular Pont du Gard. COLOUR-CODED MAPPING Practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Calanques, Monaco, and many more locations in Provence & the Côte d'Azur, reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time.