6. Pont du GardVers Pont Du Gard The Pont du Gard is an ancient Roman aqueduct that crosses the Gardon River near the town of Vers-Pont-du-Gard in southern France. The Pont du Gard, built as three tiers of archways to bring water to the city of Nîmes, is the highest of all elevated Roman aqueducts, and one of the best preserved. It was added to UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites in 1985 because of its historical importance. The aqueduct bridge is part of the Nîmes aqueduct, a 50-kilometre system built in the first century AD to carry water from a spring at Uzès to the Roman colony of Nemausus . Because of the uneven terrain between the two points, the mostly underground aqueduct followed a long, winding route that called for a bridge across the gorge of the Gardon River. The bridge has three tiers of arches, stands ... From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
7. Gorges de l'ArdecheVallon Pont D Arc The Gorges de l'Ardèche is made up of a series of gorges in the river and locally known as the European Grand Canyon, Located in the Ardèche, in the French department Ardèche, forming a thirty-kilometre long canyon running from Vallon-Pont-d'Arc to Saint-Martin-d'Ardèche. The lower part of the gorge forms the boundary between the Ardèche department and the Gard department. The canyon is a tourist attraction, drawing over a million visitors per year, in addition to a rich historical and archeological site. Most of the canyon is protected; it is governed by the Réserve Naturelle Gorges de l'Ardèche. Notable sights along the canyon include the Pont d'Arc at the beginning of the canyon, a natural arch 60 m wide and 54 m high. Much of the canyon is inaccessible except by water, and canoe... From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Located at the entrance of the beautiful village of St Siffret, 4 km from Uzès (approx 30 km from Avignon & Nîmes), Mas la Tour hosts 2 splendid residences.
The tower is a medieval hunting dwelling from the 16th century. It has been fully refurbished. The tower has a vaulted ceiling in the living room and a small kitchen. One large bedroom with independent WC + 3 small bedrooms (2 double & 1 single with sloping ceilings) with a complete bathroom and WC. It can accommodate 6-7 people.
The ‘mas’, an 18th century ‘ferme fortifié’ has 2 floors 150 m² each, recently renovated. Large open-plan kitchen/dining room. 2 large bedrooms & 2 medium bedrooms. The ‘mas’ has 2 living rooms: 1 with a fire place (25m²) and a large one (60 m²).
Every building has its own private garden framed by old stones (1.800 m²). The whole property is 8.000 m². The private swimming pool (12 x 4 m) is located outside the private gardens and it is common to the tower and the 'mas'.
The two villas are surrounded by a charming friendly garden. Swimming, reading, playing badminton, cooking with fresh products of bustling local market badminton playing... Both houses are ideal for a group of friends or family. Both properties have a common swimming pool with splendid sunbathing spots.
If you love fruit trees and organic farming, this is the place for you. Property has olive trees, prune trees, cherries, peaches and mirabelles. The local countryside boasts ancient vineyards and olives trees...Take part in olive tasting at special olive oil producers.
Enjoy the splendid local market of Uzes where you can buy the finest food, truffle, fois grass, lavender products and local crafts. If you want to enjoy some wine tasting, there are different wine cellars close by where you can enjoy delicious local wines.
The Property is situated around 500 m from horse riding centre where adults and kids can ride or enjoy professional training. For a unique view of Pont de Gard, and a great outdoor experience you can kayak the river Gard just 4 kilometres from the property.
If you want some cultural activities, go to Arles, with impressive Roman arena and theatre. Avignon with the Pope's castle, and Nîmes with its Roman ruins are only at half an hour away by car.
Properties can be rented separately the whole year except July and August.
Place du Vigan
La place du Vigan et sa fontaine, à Albi
Hannoki and Shomyo Falls
Performance at Yoshitsune Minamoto Matsuri - Kurama Temple (Kyoto)