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📍 St Paul de Vence
Located in southern France, St Paul de Vence (St Paul de Vence) is a small village steeped in history and art. Apart from having a major influence on European politics in the 16th century, it has always been a paradise for celebrities. The famous Spanish painter Picasso and the French philosopher Paul Saudi have all visited this medieval town. Today let's take a trip back in time and explore the appeal of this place.
From Nice-Ville (Nice-Ville) in France, take a 15-minute train to Cagnes-sur-Mer station, then take bus No. 655 in half an hour to reach Saint-Paul-de-Vence.
The history of Saint Paul de Vence dates back to the Middle Ages, and its origins date back to the 9th century AD. The town is full of ancient stone walls, narrow streets, and ancient buildings such as churches, city walls, and city gates, all of which bear witness to centuries of history.
Saint Paul de Vence is close to the border between France and Spain, so you can see many traces of it being used as a protective fortress at the time in the old city.
Walking along the streets of the old city, you can see medieval architectural features everywhere. The shape of the ancient stone walls and windows all exudes a strong classical atmosphere. Surrounded by the old city, it's like being in the old city at the time.
The fountain in the center of the old town is a former market square. It is said that women at the time would wash their laundry here, and the whole air was filled with a fresh smell of laundry.
Mailboxes at the end of the streets are painted and filled, and each painting adds an artistic atmosphere to the entire old city.
Due to its unique geographical location, Saint Paul de Vence became one of France's important lines of defense at the time, and was strategically important on the European political board. The Spanish King Charles V's army occupied San Paolo in 1524 and besieged it again in 1536. Therefore, in the 16th century, Francis I ordered the construction of a fortress and a kilometer long wall close to the rocky hillside where the village is located.
At lunchtime, we visited Les Remparte, on the edge of the old town. The restaurant offers seasonal ingredients and exquisite cuisine. The outdoor location overlooks the scenery outside the old city, the vines fall, and the breeze blows, so we can enjoy our lunch time.
Saint Paul de Vence is famous for its art and cultural heritage, particularly its galleries and studios. You can wander through the narrow streets, explore galleries, admire the works of local artists, or observe the artist's creative process in an old embroidery studio. Art is not limited to paintings, but also includes ceramics, jewellery, and handicrafts, all of which reflect the unique artistic atmosphere of St. Paul de Vence.
There are many stores selling exquisite boutiques, from chocolate, candles, crafts, etc., for visitors to choose from.
In addition to the central fountain in the old city, we also went through a small fountain with a different idea.
We finally picked up quite a few souvenirs from St. Paul de Vence: local red wine, cheese, black truffle sauce, chocolate, and starry sky bags (although Van Gogh came from the Netherlands, there are relatively few cloth bags made of this material!) As a reminder of this trip.
How do I get to Saint Paul de Vence?
15 minute train ride from Nice-Ville station (France) to Cagnes-sur-Mer stationsThen take bus No. 655 in half an hour to Saint Paul de Vence.
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