Between canals overlooked by characteristic buildings, here it seems to be in Venice. We are in fact in the heart of Provence, a charming French region just a few kilometers from the border with Italy.
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Known as “the little Venice of Provence“This French city is a destination that will never cease to amaze you with its beautiful landscapes and authentic Provençal atmosphere. Thanks to him it seems to be in romantic Venice channels rutted by boats, the bridges and the art that characterizes it all Old Town.
The canals they traverse make this city look like a collection of islands and islets. You can then discover them by strolling through the lively streets mills pumps, water pump systems, antique shops, art galleries and so on Sightseeing features that will make yours remain really exciting.
Isle-sur-la-Sorgue: the little Venice of Provence
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It is about Isle sur la Sorguea town of about 20,000 inhabitants, situated between Avignon and the northern Luberon valley, in the French region Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur. Always popular with artists, writers and poets, Isle sur la Sorgue attracts tourists from all over Europe and beyond for its romantic atmosphere and calm waters channels and the scenic beauties. Thanks to its antiques market and large concentration of shops and art galleries, this town is one of the most important art centers in Provence.
But what the Italians notice most on vacation is the similarity Isle sur la Sorgue with our Venice. Actually his Old Town It is criss-crossed by scenic canals that are plied by boats and small gondola-like boats. On their waters they survey and reflect themselves small palaces And villas with pastel-colored facades. In addition to a boat trip, you can also explore the canals on foot along the banks, taking beautiful walks in the shade of old trees and along the small, charming connecting bridges.
As you walk around you will come across water mills with their wheels in motion and much more Sightseeing features that characterize the historic center. Among these we point out the Collegiate Church of Our Lady of the Angels, 15th century, Gothic-Renaissance style. Not far from the church is the Rue des Roues with water wheels, evidence of the industrial archeology of the city in the 12th century. Among the buildings, you can admire the Dumas Castle at the beginning of the Old Town Giraud CastleLocated south of the city, along the Moulin Vert canal and the 18th-century Palais de Campredon, now an arts centre.
What to see around Isle-sur-la-Sorgue
A visit to Isle-sur-la-Sorgue can be included in one route to the most beautiful places in the Provence. Nearby you can visit Avignon, the magnificent city of the Popes, with ao Old Town declared a World Heritage Site UNESCOOr the great Luberon Regional Nature Park characterized by gorges and ocher landscapes. If you’re heading south, don’t miss a visit Aix en Provence and up to the most famous places on the Côte d’Azur.