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Tarascon
Théâtre municipal de Tarascon
Cultural place - One of the most remarkable Italian-style theatres in the Provence Alpes Cote d’Azur region, classified as a Historic Monument.
In a Royal Order of 10 August 1825, Charles X approved the Municipal Council's decision to acquire land and a church formerly belonging to the Dominicans (15th century) for the creation of a theatre.
In 1925,…
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Le Rex
Cultural place - Two cinema screens. Dolby sound. Air conditioning. General release, original language, 3D and arthouse films; subscription card. All ticket prices reduced on Wednesdays.
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Chapelle Saint Gabriel
Cultural place - On the ancient site of Ernaginum, at the crossroads of the Via Agrippa and the Via Domitia, which later became a mediaeval stronghold, the 12th century Saint Gabriel Chapel and the former 13th century Château still testify to the site's prestigious past.
A masterpiece of southern Romanesque architecture, the interior of the chapel offers…
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Abbaye Saint Michel de Frigolet
Cultural place - Saint Michel de Frigolet Abbey (12th-14th century), in the heart of the unspoilt landscape of La Montagnette, takes its name from the many thyme bushes ('ferigoulo' in Provençal) that dot the hills.
In 1133, a community of St Augustine canons settled in Frigolet; the current heart of the monastery dates from this period - the cloister (early…
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Musée d'Art et d'Histoire
Cultural place - Le Musée d'Art et d'Histoire est installé dans l'Ancien Cloître des Cordeliers. Il subsiste de nos jours un cloître et l'ancien parloir.
Ce musée abrite une exposition semi-permanente de la légendaire Tarasque et le cabinet de curiosité de Tartarin. Des expositions ponctuelles viennent enrichir ce lieu riche d'histoire.
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Ciergerie "l'Abbaye de Prémontrés"
Cultural place - The Candle-Makers of the Abbey of the Prémontrés, a Living Heritage Business, perpetuate the ancestral skills of the White Fathers of the Prémontrés of Saint Michel de Frigolet Abbey in Provence. The Living Heritage Business label is a mark of recognition by the French State, awarded to manufacturers using outstanding industrial and…
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Place Alexandrine Bremond
Cultural place - In memory of its poetess, the town of Tarascon erected a statue in her honour and named one of its squares after her.
Elisabeth 'Alexandrine' Brémond (29 October 1858, Tarascon - 22 June 1898), better known by the name of Brémonde de Tarascon, was a Félibran poetess. The recurrent themes of her lyrical poetry include the contemplation of…
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Rue du Château
Cultural place - Located close to the mediaeval fortress of King René, the Rue des Halles, near the Jewish quarter and the Hôtel de Ville, contains some superb 16th and 17th century buildings. Take the time to stroll along this magnificent mediaeval street which is still just as charming as ever!
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Château de Tarascon
Cultural place - The imposing fortress of Tarascon stands like a sentinel overlooking the waters of the Rhône. During the Middle Ages, the château was located on the border of the County of Provence, opposite Beaucaire and French territory, and gave the impression of defence. Louis II, Duke of Anjou and Count of Provence, began the construction of the château…
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Souleïado
Cultural place - The Souléiado Museum was created in a private mansion which housed an Indian printing site from 1806. This society museum combines the history of our Provence with the traditional production of cotton fabrics. There are printed textiles with colourful motifs known as 'Indian textiles', which are now Provençal fabrics. In this museum, you will…
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