🇫🇷 Avignon: The Drama Queen of Provence

🎭 Why Avignon? 🏛️ "City of Popes" (14th century): Home to 7 popes in a Gothic palace that’ll make your jaw drop. 🎪 "City of Theater": Since 1947, its July festival turns streets into stages—Shakespeare under the stars! 🚶♀️ Official Walking Routes (FREE Maps!) 🗺️ Grab a map at the Tourist Office (south gate) and pick your adventure: 1️⃣ Papal Walk (1hr) 👉 Follow the pope’s footsteps to holy sites. 2️⃣ Museum & Manors (2hrs) 🖼️ Peek into Renaissance art and hidden courtyards. 3️⃣ Streets of Yore (3hrs) ⏳ Time-travel through medieval alleys and artisan shops. 4️⃣ Villeneuve-lès-Avignon (Drive 🚗) 🌿 A sleepy village with abbey views over the Rhône. Too tired? Hop on the Petit Train by the palace! 📸 Must-See Drama 1️⃣ Palais des Papes 👑 Europe’s largest Gothic palace—don’t miss the VR reconstructions of papal splendor! 2️⃣ Pont d’Avignon 🌉 The "Broken Bridge" with 4 surviving arches (cue the folk song!). 3️⃣ Medieval Ramparts 📸 Best photo ops on the west side at golden hour. 🍷 Pro Tips Festival tickets sell fast—book by May! Climb the cathedral tower for 360° views (35 bells chime below!). Dinner reservation hack: Google Maps’ *4.5+ rated bistros* never disappoint. #AvignonDreams #PopesAndPlays