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Nature et paysages, la nature
se prête aux yeux...
The Romans who felt very much at home here
built theaters that are still used today. The Popes
built a palace and planted vineyards. Many feudal
lords built châteaux and embellished them with
terraces and gardens, where the good life flourishes
still. Under the Provencal sunshine, the farmers
channeled the water of the springs to grow fruit
throughout the summer. And in the dark cool cellars,
the vintners keep an eye on the aging wine. Writers
find inspirational solitude. Actors singers and
dancers gather applause from an enthusiastic
audience. So why do we claim that the name
Vaucluse means “closed valley”… closed to who? I
see Vaucluse wide open to lovers of Provencal
nature, the sun and the cicadas, lovers of rich,
deeply-rooted history, of gourmand adventures and
the art of living a gentle lifestyle...
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