More of a castle than a palace, Avignon was on my must see list. I booked tickets online ahead of time. Follow the signs there is an underground parking garage under the village. The exit comes out just across the square from the entrance.
I've heard of Avignon many times so it is interesting to see some good photos of the town. Your photos make the weather look perfect, and maybe it was.
Great set of pictures David. The proportions of the old papal palace are stunning. In the third image before the end I see that that guy in the black polo shirt is still tailing you.
Beautiful. The stone work always amazes me.
ReplyDeleteHard to imagine how many hours of carving was needed.
DeleteI've heard of Avignon many times so it is interesting to see some good photos of the town. Your photos make the weather look perfect, and maybe it was.
ReplyDeleteThe weather was amazing, it rained a couple of times for a few minutes.
DeleteGreat set of pictures David. The proportions of the old papal palace are stunning. In the third image before the end I see that that guy in the black polo shirt is still tailing you.
ReplyDelete30-odd years.
DeleteThat's a long time to tolerate a stalker.
DeleteLove the stained-glass windows. I bet we couldn't build places like this anymore.
ReplyDeleteWith time and money, we can build anything.
DeleteWell, THIS architecture and history whore is loving the photos. The one of the bell beneath the window bathed in light is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThere were a lot of good opportunities for great photos.
DeleteVery arty shot through the little (clear, or broken?) window pane!
ReplyDeleteI noticed the missing panel of glass, and used it for framing.
DeleteGreat photos. It does have a castle look to it. It looks like a fascinating place to visit. I'm reminded of the Met Cloisters in New York.
ReplyDeleteThere are many things left to explore in NYC for me.
DeleteAvignon is one of my favorite places that I've ever been.
ReplyDeleteIt was fun.
DeleteSuch a wonder to see the old European churches. No modern day machinery to build those architectural marvels!
ReplyDeleteThousands of hours of labor
DeleteIt's good to be Pope.
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