Avignon, a major city in Provence, Southern France was the capital of papacy in the 14th century. The imposing monument, 'Palais des Papes' (Papal Palace), with its surrounding ramparts and the ruined Saint Benezet Bridge over the Rhone river dominates the city.
Pont du Gard is the most famous part of a 50km long ancient Roman aqueduct which supplied water to Nimes for five centuries. If you're visiting Avignon, Nimes or Uzes, don't miss the opportunity to visit the this architectural masterpiece. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985.
Uzes, City of Art and History, is a hidden gem which is located between Arles, Nimes and Avignon. Its charming medieval town is well preserved and a pleasure to explore. Uzes is the second town I visited after Nimes (25km to the southwest).
Nimes, a city in the southern France, was once a regional capital of Ancient Rome. Today it still has some impressive Roman monuments such as the Arena of Nimes (amphitheater) and Maison Carree. Since it is located not too far away from Avignon (about 45km) where I stayed, I decided to join a half day tour to see the city of Nimes, Uzes and Pont du Gard.