The blooming fields of Provence have an intense purple color – this is of course due to the lavender, the plant that is probably most associated with Provence. So, how to get to the nearest lavender fields from Nice? When and where does lavender bloom? Read on to find out!
Tulips in Provence are the springtime equivalent of lavender. You don't have to go to the Netherlands to admire tulip fields – it is enough to visit the vicinity of the town of Lurs.
The "Three Sisters of Provence" is the colloquial name for the three historic Cistercian abbeys in Provence. These are the abbeys Senanque, Silvacane, and Thoronet. They can all be visited.
Carrières de Lumières is a wonderful multimedia show hosted in a former quarry – a must see when visiting the Provencal town of Les Baux-de-Provence!
Baux-de-Provence is definitely one of the nicest Provencal towns I have visited. Everything is unique here: the location, the views, and the attractions.