This last weekend, I took a trip to Provence, in the beautiful south of France. Here is a photographic look of some of the best spots to stop at.

Pont d'Avignon

This famous bridge has been attracting visitors for centuries.  You can pay a small entrance fee to walk on it, or simply admire its beauty from the riverbank.

Sunset at Pont d'Avignon

A park located on the battlements next to the bridge

Palais des Papes

Palais des Papes is exactly what its name suggests. In the 14th century, there was a schism in the Catholic Church, during which there were two popes. One was in the original papal residence in Rome, and the other was located in Avignon. For a small entrance fee you can enter the extensive museum, which has many interesting things to see, and learn about the Avignon Papacy.

View from one of the towers

A model of the construction of the Palais

Town Squares

Many French towns and cities have large squares where the majority of good food, entertainment and shops can be found. Try these squares on Sundays for farmers markets and fresh produce.  Note that, in France, the word "square" means park and "place" means square. Confusing, I know.

Breakfast is the best

Carousel at Place de l'Horloge

Pont du Gard

The Pont du Gard is a UNESCO heritage site for being the tallest Roman aqueduct left standing. The surrounding area, like the aqueduct itself, is gorgeous, and offers good opportunities to do a little bit of hiking as well.

The Pont du Gard

Coming out of the interior of the aqueduct

Les Baux-de-Provence

Now a major historical site, this small medieval town was established for its defensive possibilities and was the seat of the powerful feudal Baux family.

A view of the town from the battlements

The stocks.

Aix

Aix, or Aix-en-Provence, is a picturesque city in the south of France. Known for its "calissons," olive oil and wine, Aix is also a major university city.

A pigeon bathes in one of Aix's many fountains

A typical street in Aix, with a church in the distance

There are these and many more great opportunities for sightseeing in Provence, so if you ever travel to France, make sure to take a trip down south.

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Track Columnist Matthew Woo's experiences in France in his column, "French Press." Reach Matthew here.