#Vaucluse department

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Vaison-la-Romaine, France: Vaison-la-Romaine is a town in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France. Vaison-la-Romaine is famous for its rich Roman ruins and mediaeval town and cathedral. Wikipedia

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Provençal Colorado, Rustrel, France: In Vaucluse, 2 kilometres south-east of the village of Rustrel, superb landscapes reveal a palette of extraordinary colours. This place is known as the Provençal Colorado. Rustrel is a commune in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of Southeastern France. In 2017, it had a population of 688. Wikipedia

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Brazil's Pantanal, a treasure trove of biodiversity, has already fallen prey to flames

Thousands of fires have broken out since the beginning of the year in this important wetland area in west-central Brazil. NGOs and authorities fear that the dry season, which has only just begun, could lead to even bigger fires than in 2020.

The respite was short-lived. Devastated by massive fires in 2020, the Pantanal is once again ravaged by flames. According to Brazil's National Institute for Space Research, the area has seen more than 2,500 fires since the start of 2024, a catastrophic 1,776% increase on the same period in 2023, just as the dry season is beginning.

At least 372,000 hectares (equivalent to the size of the French department of Vaucluse) have already been destroyed by the flames, mainly in Mato Grosso do Sul, one of the two regions, along with Mato Grosso, that are home to this fragile ecosystem. The Pantanal, the largest wetland on the planet and a paradise for jaguars and caimans, extends over 200,000 square kilometers in South America, three-quarters of it in Brazil.

Images from the region show firefighters battling the blaze. Almost all the fires are on private property which is more difficult for the Prevfogo brigades deployed by the environmental police to access than public land. In this swampy area, travel is difficult. It can take up to seven hours to reach the areas most affected by the fires.

The devastation is all the more worrying as it affects a Pantanal that is in the process of recovery. In 2020, fires on an unprecedented scale claimed the lives of 17 million vertebrates and consumed 40,000 square kilometers of vegetation – a quarter of the ecosystem. In addition, it strikes a Brazil stunned by the proliferation of all kinds of natural disasters on its soil, from record heat waves in Rio de Janeiro to drought in the Amazon and deadly floods in Rio Grande do Sul, which have already claimed 177 lives.

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Triumphal Arch of Orange, France (No. 1)

Orange  is a commune in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in Southeastern France. It is about 21 km (13 mi) north of Avignon, on the departmental border with Gard, which follows the Rhône and also constitutes the regional border with Occitania. Orange is the second-most populated city in Vaucluse, after Avignon. In 2019, it had a population of 28,772.

The settlement is attested as Arausio and Arausion in the first and second centuries AD, then as civitas Arausione in the fourth century, civitas Arausicae in 517 (via a Germanized form *Arausinga), Aurengia civitatis in 1136, and as Orenga in 1205.

The name Arausio can be explained as the Gaulish ar-aus(i)o- ('temple, cheek'), itself derived from an earlier Proto-Celtic *far-aws(y)o-, which literally means 'in front of the ear'. It is cognate with the name of other ancient settlements, including Arausa, Arausia, Arausona (Dalmatia) and the nearby Oraison (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence).

Roman Orange was founded in 35 BC by veterans of the second legion as Arausio (after the local Celtic water god), or Colonia Julia Firma Secundanorum Arausio in full, "the Julian colony of Arausio established by the soldiers of the second legion." The name was originally unrelated to that of the orange fruit, but was later conflated with it.

Source: Wikipedia

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“I felt inspired to share this image in particular. This is one of the most inspirational Cistercian Abbeys functioning today - The monks who live here tend bees, sell honey and lavender products.

"Notre-Dame de Senanque is a Cistercian abbey near the village of Gordes in the department of the Vaucluse in Provence. The Senanque Abbey was founded in 1148 under the patronage of Alfant, bishop of Cavaillon, and Raymond Berenger II, Count of Provence, by Cistercian monks who came from Mazan Abbey in the Ardeche." Quote from their website:

https://www.avignon-et-provence.com/en/monuments/senanque-abbey”

- By Gretchen Cornwall

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Fontaine De Vaucluse, Vaucluse department, France.

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Grape harvest in Provence | A timeless tradition

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Grape harvest in Provence | A timeless tradition

Witness the timeless tradition of the vendage – the grape harvest, in Gigondas in the heart of Provence. It’s a great way to exercise the body and free the mind says Jeremy Flint… The countryside around the beautiful Vaucluse department of Provence is home to sweeping vineyards which carpet the landscape and fertile territories encircling historic villages. Within the scenic vistas of this picturesque corner of South-eastern France lies the wine growing commune of Gigondas, nestled between the magnificent panoramas of Vacqueyras and Séguret, one of the most beautiful villages of France. Here, in the southern Rhone Valley, vineyards flow from the shores of the river to the foothills of the Dentelles de Montmirail, a small mountain range (up to 2000 feet high) offering spectacular hikes for nature lovers. The grape harvest in Gigondas Gigondas has been the home of winemaking for centuries. It’s said that Roman soldiers planted the vines and created wine estates. As far back as 1591, records reveal that wine commerce flourished in the area.

Gigondas wines are renowned worldwide and they even rival the more famous Chateauneuf-du-Pape wines. And like Châteauneuf, Gigondas wines are created mainly from the grenache grape, supplemented by a variety of others, but the grapes are grown at a higher elevation than Châteauneuf’s and on different soils. 99% of the wines grown in Gigondas are red. In 2021, the village celebrated its 50th anniversary as the first Côtes du Rhône village to be awarded Cru status appellation. Autumn is the perfect time to visit the vineyards, especially during harvest time, known as the vendange. Driving through this spectacular part of Provence on my way to explore the Montmirail mountains and passing through Gigondas, I stopped to follow the sound of chatter and laughter from a vineyard and came across bobbing heads, flashes of purple and a tractor with a large trailer attached to the back. Grapes plucked by hand were being filled by the bucket load. This was the annual grape harvest, a timeless tradition.

In fact, it was the last day of the harvest at the vineyards that are part of the unique, historic estate of Saint Cosme, the oldest in the region, held by the same family since 1490. 15 generations of winemakers have been active here with Louis Barruol currently at the helm, having taken over in the early 1990’s. The wines are still made in the original cellar of the estate, constructed in the Gallo Roman era, more than 2,000 years ago. The land of Gigondas is a geological mosaic composed of limestone soils on the Montmirail slopes and rocky, sandy, free-draining soils on the flatter, lower-lying land – perfect conditions for wine growing. This topography and the favourable Mediterranean climate with warm summers and bountiful hours of sunshine offer the ideal environment for cultivating vines and growing grapes to yield a fruitful crop year on year. Combined with a powerful Mistral wind, a classic feature of the region, these factors help to keep the vines dry, and encourage the grapes to ripen and taste their best.

At harvest time excitement fills the air here as the fruity grapes are cut. I watched as bunches from the vines using secateurs. The friendly harvesters, a mix of French, Spanish, Europeans, and South Americans moved swiftly along the lines of the vines under the watchful eye of the boss. The grapes were a deep purple, rich in taste and filled bucket after bucket before being placed into the trailer, ready to be turned into wine. Everyone plays their part in creating a successful harvest including the driver of the tractor who drives the brimming truck loads from the vineyards to the winery where the grapes are poured into vats to be transformed into wine.

A stone’s throw away at the cellars and tasting room of three-generation wine growers Domaine Pierre Amadieu, you can sample the wines of Gigondas and learn more about the history and culture of wine growing in the area. You can also buy their fabulous wines from the onsite shop – and you really don’t want to miss your chance to stock up on these wines! In the centre of the village you’ll find the Caveau du Gigondas, where you can taste and buy many Gigondas wines. They also run workshops and events including food and wine pairings in the village square or in local vineyards.

Head to the wine bar Le Nez! for tapas with a large choice of local wines to pair them with on a lovely shady terrace or inside the elegantly decorated bar (1 Place du Rouvis). The vendange is a great way to exercise the body and free the mind. With vineyards that have beautiful backdrops, magnificent views, the mellow autumn sun, surrounded by the rich and ravishing colourful fall foliage, plus meeting welcoming winemakers, what’s not to love? Wine events take place in Provence year-round from festivals galore and tours of the cellars and vineyards including at sunset, picnics and tastings of spectacular wines, guided vineyard walks and talks and harvest visits. If you would like to visit the region during the vendange, September and October are usually the best time to go. Jeremy Flint is an award-winning professional photographer and writer specialising in travel, landscape and location photography. The best tours of Provence Looking to take a tour of Provence? We recommend the following: Bespoke tours/group tours: yourprivateprovence.com Food and culture week-long small group tours: goutetvoyage.com Photography tours: rainastinson.com Day tours: idreamprovence.com Cruise tours: Croisieurope.co.uk Bespoke tours, exclusive, totally tailored tours – just for you: globaltravelmoments.com Want more France? Discover more fabulous destinations in France with our free magazine The Good Life France Love France? Have a listen to our podcast – everything you want to know about France and more! All rights reserved. This article may not be published, broadcast, rewritten (including translated) or redistributed without written permission. The post Grape harvest in Provence | A timeless tradition .

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Exploring the Charming Village of Saint Didier in the Provence

Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Provence region in France, the village of Saint Didier is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. With its charming streets, stunning architecture, and rich history, this small village offers a truly authentic Provençal experience. Join us as we take a closer look at the wonders of Saint Didier. Saint Didier is located in the Vaucluse department of…

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4 and 13 for the ask game!

4. Favourite drink?

Coca Cola Light (or Zero). I'm addicted. I drink it every day, and I know I shouldn't. It's just so good.

Alcoholic drink (though I rarely drink alcohol): Piña Colada. Yummy.

13. Your dream place to visit?

I absolutely adore the French Department of the Vaucluse. It's where I pretty much spent all of my childhood vacations with my family, more precisely in or around Bedoin and the Mont Ventoux. I still go back there every so often. It holds my heart. It's like coming home, to be honest.

I have a tattoo on my back that includes a lavender branch and the Mont Ventoux, as a tribute to my family and especially my late father.

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Le Traité de Tolentino : Avignon et le Comtat Venaissin entièrement français

Après la réunion à la France d'Avignon et du Comtat Venaissin en 1791, résultat d’un référendum soumis aux habitants, le Pape a toutefois conservé une autorité spirituelle et religieuse sur ces territoires, mais il a perdu son autorité temporelle et politique.

Avant la Révolution française, Avignon et le Comtat Venaissin étaient des territoires sous la souveraineté du Pape, faisant partie des États pontificaux. Le Pape exerçait à la fois une autorité spirituelle en tant que chef de l'Église catholique et une autorité temporelle en tant que souverain temporel sur ces territoires.

Cependant, avec l'annexion de ces territoires par la France révolutionnaire en 1791, le Pape a perdu son autorité politique et administrative sur Avignon et le Comtat Venaissin. Ces territoires sont devenus des départements français et ont été soumis à l'autorité du gouvernement révolutionnaire français.

Le département de Vaucluse, le 89e département français, ne sera pourtant formé que quelques années plus tard, le 25 juin 1793.

Le Traité de Tolentino a été un accord signé entre la France et le Saint-Siège (le Vatican) le 19 février 1797, à Tolentino en Italie, durant les guerres de la Révolution française. Ce traité a été un événement significatif dans le cadre des conflits entre la France révolutionnaire et les États italiens, notamment les États pontificaux dirigés par le pape Pie VI.

Le traité de Tolentino fut négocié à la suite des succès militaires français en Italie, menés en grande partie par le général Bonaparte. Les forces françaises avaient remporté plusieurs victoires décisives, affaiblissant ainsi considérablement les États pontificaux.

Les termes du traité étaient très défavorables pour le Vatican. Entre autres dispositions, le Saint-Siège a dû céder plusieurs territoires au nord de l'Italie à la France, dont Avignon, ainsi que des œuvres d'art précieuses, y compris des peintures, des sculptures et des manuscrits, en guise de compensation pour les frais de guerre.

L’article 6 du traité dispose que « Le Pape renonce purement et simplement à tous les droits qu’il pourrait prétendre sur les villes et territoire d’Avignon, le comtat Vénaissin et ses dépendances, et transporte, cède et abandonne lesdits droits à la république française. »

Le traité de Tolentino a eu des conséquences majeures pour le Vatican et pour l'Italie. Il a marqué un affaiblissement significatif du pouvoir temporel du pape, réduisant considérablement les territoires sous son contrôle direct.

Pour la France, le traité de Tolentino a renforcé sa position en Italie et a contribué à l'expansion territoriale de la République française dans la région. Il a également symbolisé la montée en puissance de la France révolutionnaire sur la scène européenne, illustrant sa capacité à imposer ses volontés aux États traditionnels.

Par ses victoires militaires éclatantes, le rôle de Bonaparte sur les champs de bataille a été crucial dans la création de cette situation.

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After the annexation of Avignon and the Comtat Venaissin to France in 1791, as a result of a referendum submitted to the inhabitants, the Pope nevertheless retained spiritual and religious authority over these territories, but lost his temporal and political authority. Before the French Revolution, Avignon and the Comtat Venaissin were territories under the sovereignty of the Pope, part of the Papal States. The Pope exercised both spiritual authority as the head of the Catholic Church and temporal authority as the sovereign ruler over these territories. However, with the annexation of these territories by revolutionary France in 1791, the Pope lost his political and administrative authority over Avignon and the Comtat Venaissin. These territories became French departments and were subjected to the authority of the French revolutionary government. The department of Vaucluse, the 89th French department, was only formed a few years later, on June 25, 1793.

The Treaty of Tolentino was an agreement signed between France and the Holy See (the Vatican) on February 19, 1797, in Tolentino, Italy, during the French Revolutionary Wars. This treaty was a significant event in the conflicts between revolutionary France and the Italian states, notably the Papal States led by Pope Pius VI. The Treaty of Tolentino was negotiated following French military successes in Italy, largely led by General Bonaparte. French forces had achieved several decisive victories, significantly weakening the Papal States.

The terms of the treaty were highly unfavorable to the Vatican. Among other provisions, the Holy See had to cede several territories in northern Italy to France, including Avignon, as well as valuable works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and manuscripts, as compensation for the costs of war. Article VI of the treaty stated that "The Pope purely and simply renounces all rights that he might claim over the cities and territory of Avignon, the Comtat Venaissin and its dependencies, and transfers, cedes and abandons said rights to the French Republic."

The Treaty of Tolentino had significant consequences for the Vatican and Italy. It marked a significant weakening of the Pope's temporal power, reducing the territories under his direct control. For France, the Treaty of Tolentino strengthened its position in Italy and contributed to the territorial expansion of the French Republic in the region. It also symbolized the rise of revolutionary France on the European stage, demonstrating its ability to impose its will on traditional states. Through his brilliant military victories, the role of Bonaparte on the battlefield was crucial in creating this situation.

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Palais des Papes, Avignon, France: The Palais des Papes is a historical palace located in Avignon, Southern France. It is one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. Once a fortress and palace, the papal residence was a seat of Western Christianity during the 14th century. Wikipedia

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News from Marseille, France, 10 July.

Marseille is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures reaching up to 32°C, requiring precautions such as staying hydrated and using sunscreen.

Météo France has placed three departments in the Paca region (Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Alpes-Maritimes, and Var) on orange heatwave alert, while Bouches-du-Rhône and Vaucluse are on yellow alert.

2. Two-year-old Emile disappeared from his grandparents' house in a village in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, and extensive search efforts are underway.

Concerns have been raised about the presence of wolves in the area, as volunteers fear that Emile may have fallen asleep and become vulnerable to them.

The search operation involves over 300 volunteers, including specialized mountain rescue teams, and the investigation is ongoing with all possible leads being explored.

3. A man was shot and killed in Hyères, Var, and three suspects were arrested in La Garde.

The prosecutor of Toulon stated that the investigation is currently focused on voluntary manslaughter by organized gang and that the suspects were found in possession of firearms.

The police will be working to unravel the complex sequence of events surrounding the crime.

4. The French government is providing support to businesses affected by recent riots in Marseille, including the possibility of canceling charges and implementing partial unemployment measures.

The Minister of Economy is calling for solidarity and understanding from insurers to expedite the claims process and reduce franchise amounts for small independent businesses.

Local institutions have allocated financial aid of up to 12 million euros to assist affected businesses, with the government urging a collective effort from insurers, banks, and local authorities to fully compensate for the damages.

5. The Aix-Marseille-Provence Metropolis is launching a new carpooling service called "Lecovoiturage" to encourage residents to use carpooling instead of driving alone.

The service will be operated in partnership with Karos, a specialized company with over 380,000 users in France, and will focus on the home-to-work commute.

The initiative will offer financial incentives for drivers who share their vehicle and a low fare of 0.50 euro per trip for passengers, with free carpooling for RTM subscribers.

6. The program "1,2,3, Nagez !" aims to provide free swimming lessons to children in underserved areas of France, with the goal of teaching over 20,000 children to swim this summer.

The program is supported by various partners, including Paris 2024, the National Sports Agency, the French Swimming Federation, EDF, the Department of Seine-Saint-Denis, and the city of Marseille.

7. There was concern among some residents and officials in Marseille that the exterior of the Vélodrome stadium would be labeled "Paris-2024" for the upcoming Olympic Games, but the organizing committee has assured that it is not mandatory.

The mayor's deputy, Samia Ghali, expressed that it would be poorly received by the people of Marseille to have "Paris" displayed on their iconic football stadium.

The organizing committee has stated that while the Vélodrome will be decorated in the Olympic look, they are open to adapting the design and ensuring the stadium remains personalized for the city.

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I'm sorry my heart to keep you waiting

I think you'll visit my region a little every day, but I will prepare the svideos in advance so that you don't wait so much!

The Provence-Aples-Côte d'Azur region is a French administrative region made up of 6 departments: Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Hautes-Alpes, Alpes-Maritimes, Bouches-du-Rhône, Var and Vaucluse. This region extends over 31,400 km² and has 5,030,890 inhabitants. Provence-Aples-Côte d'Azur region.

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Triumphal Arch of Orange, France (No. 4)

The Ancient Arch of Orange or, commonly known as the Triumphal Arch of Orange is a monumental Roman arch from the early 7th century, which marks the northern entrance to Arausio (now Orange, in the French department of Vaucluse) on the Via Agrippa (the national road <> before its decommissioning).

The Arch of Orange was inscribed on the first list of historical monuments (1840) and has been on the World Heritage List in Europe since 1981.

The arch was probably erected between the years 20 and 25, to commemorate the victories of Germanicus, who died in 19, and possibly "returned" to Tiberius in 26/27, according to the interpretation given to the dedication added on that date on both sides of the monument.

In the Middle Ages, the monument was fortified to serve as an advanced bastion at the entrance to the city.

During the nineteenth century, an engraving by J. Carter after Thomas Allom depicted a guillotine placed under the Arch of Titus during the Reign of Terror (French Revolution) (1793-1794). The veracity of this location is questioned (see the July 2017 special issue of Orange Vérités, page 12, beginning of the second paragraph).

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Saignon

Commune in France

Saignon, a charming hilltop village in the Luberon

Saignon is a commune in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France. The nearest town is Apt. There is a bakery/cafe, two restaurants, and a general store. The school has about 100 students. Saignon has a post office.

Elevation: 450 m

Area: 19.6 km²

Population (Jan. 2021): 923

Region: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

The Luberon is a massif in central Provence in Southern France, part of the French Prealps. It has a maximum elevation of 1,256 metres and an area of about 600 square kilometres. It is composed of three mountain ranges: Lesser Luberon, Greater Luberon and Eastern Luberon

Elevation: 1,125 m

Beffroi de Saignon dans le Luberon…