Category: Culture and Heritage
Culture and heritage or cultural heritage? We will try to explore all directions. Verdon Xp offers whitewater activities. For those who expect college level articles … this might not be the best place.
By “heritage” or “cultural heritage” we mean the heritage that the previous populations of the Verdon transmitted to us. In order to see it a little more clearly, we thought it would be useful to divide this section into four subsections.
History; A valley occupied since prehistoric times, and even before by lemurs … A place that has seen the ages of iron and bronze pass. close to Combs sur Artuby, Jules Cesar settled his legions there in what is today Camps Juers, one of the largest military camps in Europe. Then came the wars of religion and closer to us the resistance during the Second World War. A valley that tells its story!
Lakes of the Verdon; Culture and heritage? And yes, the five artificial lakes of the Verdon would not exist without the efforts made by man. In fact, they incorporate the heritage that everyone can enjoy during the summer season.
The villages of Verdon; They are not left out, 42 municipalities make up the Verdon parks and as many charming Provencal villages. We tell you about them in a few articles.
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Mount Chiran Astronomical Observatory
The Mount Chiran Astronomical Observatory now belongs to an association that welcomes you for an evening under the stars. The Mont Chiran observatory is located in the Verdon Regional Natural Park at 1905 meters above sea level. Many of you contact us about the observatory. Unfortunately, we cannot give you more precise information. We are…
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Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the legends of the star
Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, one of the most beautiful villages in France There is evidence of the presence of man since prehistoric times. The village in the lines we know today, was founded in the 5th century by some monks. At the crossroads of the Gorges du Verdon, Moustiers-Sainte-Marie is today perceived as one of the most beautiful…
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Verdon Gorges, the essential road trip
The road trip of the Verdon gorges is particularly appreciated. Indeed, many vehicles travel on these roads in summer. We will see here two courses which complement each other and even form a loop. There is no real order to follow, it is up to you. On these narrow and winding roads, the traffic is…
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Verdon and its marvelous lavender landscapes
The Verdon is surrounded by lavender landscapes. It has existed for more than 2000 years on the shores of the Mediterranean. In France, it is cultivated only in the south-east. In the three departments of the Alpes de Haute Provence, the Drôme and the Vaucluse. It normally flowers from mid-June to mid-July on the Valensole…
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Rougon village and Isidore Blanc, the stage manager
The village of Rougon, perched on its rocky outcrop, was the place where Isidore Blanc taught at the beginning of the 20th century. Rougon Village Coming from Castellane, the village of Rougon is located about ten kilometers before La Pallud, on the D952. An Eagle’s nest perched at an altitude of 930 m. Allow approximately…
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The Route des Cretes, Verdon Gorges
A route des Cretes generally offers magnificent views in a mountainous tourist region. The route des cretes des Gorges du Verdon – D23 is one of these and will not leave you indifferent. The route des Cretes, Verdon Gorges (D23) It was built and moved in large part by the inhabitants of La Pallud between…
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Lake Sainte Croix, Lake Castillon… The five lakes of Verdon
The five lakes of Verdon Castillon Lake, Chaudanne Lake, Sainte Croix du Verdon Lake, Quinson Lake and Esparron Lake. These are all artificial lakes built in the 20th century for the production of electricity and various human needs. Lake Castillon With an area of 500 hectares, it stretches for almost 8 kilometers. Work began…
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Regional Natural Park of Verdon, the Guardian of the Temple
Regional Natural Park of Verdon Created on March 3, 1997. Like any Regional Natural Park, it ensures that the economic development of its territory is harmonized with the conservation and enhancement of its natural heritage. Thus, they differ from the National Natural Parks which are territories protected from human activity. In addition, surrounded by culminating…
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The Roc of Castellane, breathtaking view of the Verdon.
It does not matter which path you take to come to Castellane the first time. We will always remember the appearance of the Roc of Castellane in the landscape. For my part, I came that day from Digne-les-Bains. Once the bus arrived at the top, at the Col des Lèques, I saw this enormous block…