{"id":121947,"date":"2023-12-10T22:19:08","date_gmt":"2023-12-10T22:19:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leviolonrouge.com\/?p=121947"},"modified":"2023-12-10T22:19:08","modified_gmt":"2023-12-10T22:19:08","slug":"the-pretty-little-village-among-worlds-prettiest-about-to-fall-off-a-cliff","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leviolonrouge.com\/world-news\/the-pretty-little-village-among-worlds-prettiest-about-to-fall-off-a-cliff\/","title":{"rendered":"The pretty little village among worlds prettiest about to fall off a cliff"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/p>\n

There\u2019s a picture-perfect village in France long-admired for its stone houses, abundant olive, almond and cypress trees and spectacular views – although it looks like it might just topple over a cliff-edge at any moment.<\/p>\n

Fear not though, Gordes, perched 340 metres above the Vaucluse Plateau in Provence is perfectly stable. The beautiful village has been attracting artists for decades but the hilltop location has plenty to tempt tourists too.<\/p>\n

The commune of Gordes was once a fort of the Vordenses, a Celtic tribe.<\/p>\n

It was one of the strongest regions of the Resistance during World War II and was awarded the Croix de Guerre metal.<\/p>\n

Following the war, the town became an artistic hub, attracting artists such as Marc Chagall, Victor Vasarely, and Pol Mara.<\/p>\n

READ MORE: <\/strong> The pretty village that you can only reach by boat is among world’s best<\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/p>\n

Now the village is a hive of activity every week on market day as hundreds of stalls fill the cobbled streets.<\/p>\n

Head to the centre of town and buy fresh and preserved produce, wooden and woven handcrafted goods, clothing and local art.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Gordes Castle, also known as Ch\u00e2teau de Gordes, is a medieval fortress that offers stunning panoramic views of the village and the surrounding valley.<\/p>\n

Built in 1031, the castle\u2019s architecture is waiting to be explored. There\u2019s also a museum and art exhibitions, filled with the rich history of the region.<\/p>\n

Don’t miss… <\/strong>
Fierce street battles erupt in Gaza as Hamas attacks IDF ‘at point blank range'[LATEST] <\/strong>
BBC Strictly fans left ‘sobbing’ as unexpected star makes surprise appearance[REVEAL] <\/strong>
King Charles ‘wouldn’t’ strip Prince Harry of royal title in hopes of reunion[ANALYSIS] <\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/p>\n