Palais des Papes... the Palace of the Popes was in Avignon from 1309-1377. Seven Popes lived in this palace. Emily and I enjoyed our visit here.

 

 

Early morning shadowed front
Evening sunlight on the front and Cathedral
Main entrance to the Palace
Inside defensive walls
Popes sat on this end of the hall
Window overlooking courtyard
Museums and Sites
Provence and the South of France
1300's scene by Matteo Giovanetti
Chapel doors
Reception room
Bowman arrow slot
Courtyard
Dinning Hall
Popes receiving hall