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 Medieval Walls by sunset_galLeave a Comment Address: ProvinsDirections: This is near the tourist office, but right across town, with the train station on the opposite side. From the train station, walk through the whole town in a northwest direction until you can go no further. You will see the walls then.Website: www.provins.net Other Contact: info@provins.net
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Child (5 to 12 years): 1,90 euros Leave a Comment Address: Rue de La PieDirections: Turn left from main street Rue Saint Thibault at Place du Chatel. Make a U-turn down Rue du Palais. Turn on first right to Rue Desmarets. Rue de La Pie is on the left.Website: www.provins.net Other Contact: info@provins.net
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 next stop:the centre of Earth by DarianaLeave a Comment Directions: The starting point for this visit is Hotel DieuWebsite: www.provins.net
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 Saint Quiriace in Provins by ExGuyParis
A much bigger cathedral had been envisioned, with two bell towers, stretching out to where the metal cross appears in front of the existing church. The existing facade is rather unattractive; it was constructed with the idea of its being a temporary step.
The unusual design of the church interior necessitated some spectacular vaults and arches. The current interior is, in one sense, a mish-mash of styles. On the other hand, there remain some incredible stone carvings. There is a touching statue of Jeanne d'Arc, who attended mass here.
The term "collegiate" stems from the fact that a college of canons was associated with this church. The role of a canon is to sing; seven times each day, the canons would sing proaise to God. If you are lucky (as we were on our most recent visit), you will hear this tradition continue. Leave a Comment Directions: The church's zinc dome is a dominant landmark in the upper town.
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 Provins, visitors center by Martinewezel
To have an idea of all the must sees in town: ask to switch on the introducing video show in the movie theatre before starting your visit.
When leaving this place through the back door... it's like stepping out of a time machine. The ramparts are a few steps away.
Also available in the visitors center's shop: souvenirs such as tiles, umbrellas, place mats, sweets an typical specialities of the region. Leave a Comment Address: Acces East of the Medieval town: large parking lotDirections: - Autoroute (Motorway) A4 (Paris - Metz/Strasbourg) Sortie (exit) n°13 " Serris", follow direction " Provins" along the road D 231.
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 mysterious inscription by Martinewezel
During history, the excavated galleries have been used for different purposes, such as hiding places, store rooms, dark gateries etc. Especially this last activity of course drew my attention.
Strange inscriptions, names and mysterious words in Medieval handwriting brighten up the whole thing.
Foresee a warm sweater. The caves are veeeery cold and humid.
We were not allowed to take photograps in the galleries. I picked this one from the Provins Tourism site. Leave a Comment
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 The Italian Spice Merchant by ExGuyParisLeave a Comment Directions: In the Grange aux Dimes-- one of the first attractions you will find, on the left of the street you walk on to reach the center of the old town.
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 Entrance to Provins by ExGuyParisLeave a Comment
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 Towering Provins by ExGuyParisLeave a Comment Address: ProvinsDirections: Hard to miss: the tower is a strong presence in the Provins landscape!
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