Locais históricos em Avinhão

Avignon's Historic Heritage

Avignon's historical landscape is defined by its 14th-century status as the seat of the Catholic papacy. This collection features the Palais des Papes, the largest Gothic palace in Europe, alongside the Romanesque Avignon Cathedral and the iconic 12th-century Pont Saint-Bénezet. The list also highlights the city's diverse religious and civic heritage, including the Gothic Basilica of St Pierre, a 19th-century synagogue, and medieval defensive towers. Together, these sites represent centuries of architectural evolution within this UNESCO World Heritage city.

Avignon's Historic Heritage — Mapa

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Popes' Palace

The Palais des Papes is a historical palace located in Avignon, Southern France.

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Historic Centre of Avignon: Papal Palace, Episcopal Ensemble and Avignon Bridge

A UNESCO World Heritage site encompassing the 14th-century Papal Palace, the Romanesque Cathedral of Notre-Dame-des-Doms, and the remains of the 12th-century Saint-Bénezet bridge.

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Avignon Bridge

Officially called St Bénezet, the famous unfinished bridge is known from the traditional French song. There is a lovely chapel at its "end".

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Avignon Cathedral

Avignon Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church located next to the Palais des Papes in Avignon, France.

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St Pierre Church

A spectacular Gothic church built in 1358 is a must-see sight when near the Palais des Papes.

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Palais du Roure

The Palais du Roure is a listed hôtel particulier in Avignon, France. It belonged to the Baroncelli family until it was purchased by author…

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Avignon Opera House

The Opéra d'Avignon is an opera house located in Avignon, France that has been in operation for almost two centuries.

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Avignon Synagogue

A 19th-century synagogue standing right on the spot of the previous one which burnt down in 1845. Come here to learn about local Jews.

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Avignon

Avignon is the prefecture of the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southeastern France.

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Tour et chapelle des Cordeliers

The 14th-century bell tower and ruins of a former Franciscan monastery. It is historically recognized as the burial site of Laura de Noves, the muse of the poet Petrarch.

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Tour dite de la Saunerie

A medieval stone tower located near the historic salt market. It served as part of the city's defensive fortifications and is a remnant of Avignon's medieval commercial infrastructure.