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 8th September 2008
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Aix-en-Provence PropertyAix-en-Provence is located in the Bouches-du-Rhône département and the city itself is famed for it's hot springs. The city features many fine examples of architectural and cultural heritage.If you are looking for property in Aix-en-Provence please don't hesitate to get in contact with our property consultants.   - +44 (0)1225 463752 - 24hrWith many airlines flying into the South of France, Aix-en-Provence is easily reached. With a good supply of delightful townhouses, farmhouses and villas the city and surrounding area are very popular with overseas home buyers. Aix-en-Provence guideOften referred to as the city of a thousand fountains, Aix-en-Provence is in southern France. The city’s most famous fountain is perhaps Fontaine des Quatre Dauphins created in the 17th century by Jean-Claude Rambot. Today, one can visit The Sextius Baths, which are a great place to experience the pleasures of mineral rich spring water. Picasso and Winston Churchill are known to have benefited from its therapeutic virtues.This town has a dual identity, as well as its water it is known for its art. It is the birth town of Post-Impressionist painter Paul Cézanne. At the Atelier Cézanne, visitors can see familiar objects which featured in his paintings. Another famous local painter François Marius Granet, bequeathed his personal collection to the city, it is housed in Le Musée Granet. With rich cultural heritage the Aixois people enjoy many carnivals and festivals. Each July, a month-long music festival, combines a range of music genres including opera and ballet. City venues for the music festival include St-Saveur Cathedral. Classical concerts are also held in two enchanting churches the Église Ste-Marie Madeleine and the Chapelle de Ste-Catherine. In Aix and its surrounding area, there are remnants of roman architecture. Current archaeological excavations in the Ville des Tours (a medieval suburb), have unearthed the remains of an amphitheatre. While on holiday, Saint-Saveur market town is worth a visit, it is the oldest part of Aix, with narrow streets and medieval ruins. St-Saveur Cathedral combines styles of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque architecture. Le Cours Mirabeau is the city’s grandest avenue, lined with cafés, restaurants and elegant mansions which are in parallel with century-old Plane trees. The street links the north and south of Aix; one of its many terraces is a great place to sit with a coffee and watch the world go by. It is also great area for property investment. A visit to the Museé du Viel Aix will explain the history and growth of Aix. Daily food and flower markets offer colourful fresh local produce. Restaurants worthy of a visit include Charlotte, always bustling with locals and popular for its delicious home cooking. Le Formal is growing in reputation in France’s foodie circles. It has great atmosphere, guests can enjoy their meal in vaulted-cellar dining rooms. View our Aix-en-Provence holiday rentals. Flying to Provence? Visit the FrenchEntrée Flights to Provence flight map to view the airlines flying from the UK airports to Marseille and the South of France. |
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