Les Baux is a hill town on top of the Alpilles Mountains in Provence.
The castle was twice destroyed first in 1426 by the French King and then in 1632 when the townspeople got in an argument with Rome.
Shell of a castle with a venue park where visitors can
experience handling medieval weapons.
experience handling medieval weapons.
Next door is a medieval quarry in limestone cliffs.
Quiet narrow cobblestone streets waiting for the crowds of tourists.
Brightly colored display to attract customers
The town was once owned by the Grimaldi Family of Monaco until the French Revolution. Princess Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier received the key to the city on this plaza.
The flags of France and Monaco fly together.
Passing through St. Remy, we stopped at the St. Paul Hospital where artist Vincent van Gogh received treatment.
He was released to the hospital grounds in September 1889 to paint.
This painting of olive trees was done on or near this spot.
Across the street is a two part Roman Mausoleum called
Les Antiques de Glanum dedicated to the parents of three prominent
Roman brothers.
This monument base with the upper tower dates back to
20-30 av J C (Julius Cesar calendar)
Notice the carved detail of the leaves, fruits and flowers. The monument was found in the abandoned ruins of Glanum an old Roman city near St. Remy.
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