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Aix-en-Provence
The International Festival of Lyric Arts has brought notoriety to the town both within France and abroad. The operas of Mozart, baroque music and bel canto attract music lovers to the old archbishop’s palace during the month of July. Other major events include the “Danse à Aix” (Dance Festival), the Santon Fair, and numerous congresses.
Salon-de-Provence
The Salon Jazz Festival, held during the summer, takes place in the château courtyard. A colourful reconstitution of local history includes the participation of the local inhabitants.
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
All year round, traditional feasts punctuate the life of the town: the Fête de la Transhumance gathers shepherds and sheep, the Fête de la Charrette pays homage to the cart horse, and the Provençal Feria attracts lovers of bull-fighting amateurs. All the feasts of Saint Rémy show off the gorgeous local traditional costumes. Finally Christmas, more a family occasion, unites the people around the 13 desserts. There are many lively feasts and festivals here including an organ festival in the summer.
The International Festival of Lyric Arts has brought notoriety to the town both within France and abroad. The operas of Mozart, baroque music and bel canto attract music lovers to the old archbishop’s palace during the month of July. Other major events include the “Danse à Aix” (Dance Festival), the Santon Fair, and numerous congresses.
Salon-de-Provence
The Salon Jazz Festival, held during the summer, takes place in the château courtyard. A colourful reconstitution of local history includes the participation of the local inhabitants.
Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
All year round, traditional feasts punctuate the life of the town: the Fête de la Transhumance gathers shepherds and sheep, the Fête de la Charrette pays homage to the cart horse, and the Provençal Feria attracts lovers of bull-fighting amateurs. All the feasts of Saint Rémy show off the gorgeous local traditional costumes. Finally Christmas, more a family occasion, unites the people around the 13 desserts. There are many lively feasts and festivals here including an organ festival in the summer.
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