Unique ruins can be seen above Les Beaux-de-Provence. The castle, which today belongs to the Monégasque princely family, was resided in by many famous troubadours in the Middle Ages. This is no surprise as the view from the hilltop of the Camargue is still breathtakingly beautiful today.
Les Baux-de-Provence is a French commune of 434 inhabitants located in the department of Bouches du Rhone region of Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur. The small town is located on a rocky outcrop to the south and north-east of Avignon and Arles is famous for its castle. Its inhabitants are called Baussencs. Contents [hide] 1 History 2 Demographic trends 3 References 4 External links 5 External links [edit] vicolo.Tracce a Glimpse of the first houses on the site of Les Baux-de-Provence can be traced back to 6000 BC, and the site was colonized by the Celts as "oppidum" or fortress since the second century BC During the Middle Ages it became the seat of an important feudal lordship that controlled 79 towns and villages nearby. The Lords of Baux of Provence took control for several years, securing a great reputation. It is said that this family derived from the King Belshazzar magus, whence came the star of Bethlehem which appears in the arms of the House. Despite their power, the lords of Baux were deposed in the twelfth century. However, the castle of Les Baux became renowned for his court, known for its refinement, culture and chivalry. I
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