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 French poodle of Arles,
France... by Lady_Mystique
so I would highly recommend parking your car somewhere safe and exploring the town on foot.
This is by far the best way to really get a feel for the place, and at a pace that allows you to stop and go as you please.
There are so many charming and fascinating places to be discovered along the numerous cobbled and narrow streets.
I found most of the best ones radiated from the Arles Amphitheatre.
And don't forget to take your dog along with you!
It's a great way to meet the locals, who seemed to be deeply attached to their canine companions. Leave a Comment
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 Starry Night over the Rhone by Lady_Mystique
The challenge of painting at night intrigued Van Gogh. The perspective he chose for Starry Night over the Rhone allowed him to capture the reflections of the gas lighting in Arles across the glimmering blue water of the Rhone.
The sky above is illuminated by the constellation known as the Great Bear.
In the foreground, two lovers enjoy the soft, soothing night light as they stroll by the banks of the river.
Depicting color was of great importance to Vincent. In letters to his brother, Theo van Gogh, he often described objects in his paintings in terms of color. His night paintings, including Starry Night over the Rhone, emphasize the importance he placed in capturing the sparkling colors of the night sky and the artificial lighting that was new to this period.
Oil on canvas
72.5 x 92.0 cm
Arles 1888
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 Le Point de Langlois by Lady_Mystique
" ... Pour ce qui est du travail, j'ai rapporté une toile de 15 aujourd'hui, c'est un pont-levis sur lequel passe une petite voiture, qui se profile sur le ciel bleu - la rivière bleue également, des berges orangées avec verdure, un groupe de laveuses aux caracos et bonnets bariolés ..."
"Today I brought back a canvas of a drawbridge with a little cart going over it, outlined against a blue sky --- the river blue as well, the banks orange-coloured, with green grass and a group of washerwomen in smocks and many-coloured caps. And I have another landscape with a little country bridge and more washerwomen; also an avenue of plane trees near the station."
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 The bridge Langlois (le Pont
Langlois) by Lady_Mystique
Located just outside of the town of Arles.
Get a self-guided map (about $2US) available at the town's local newspaper and it should give you further information and directions to the bridge and other spots of interest in Arles Leave a Comment
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 The rooftops of Arles by Lady_Mystique
I had never before seen such a collection of orange-colored roofs before me!
The surrounding countryside quite enchanted me...so much so that I had to force myself to come down.
But I'll be back for another look!
I think I'll have to plant myself there for a few days to do some sketches... Leave a Comment
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 Arles-Panorama by Kuznetsov_Sergey
After falling of Rome in Middle Ages about 879 Arles became the capital of Kingdom Arl. Then it got in sphere of influence of the German confederation. It is interesting, that in 1178 Friderich Barbarossa was crowned here. In 1487 Arles was attached to France.
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The name of the great Provence poet Frederik Mistral also is connected with Arles and Rhone.
Till XV century Provence had the Provencal language, but as a result "a common-French alliance" it gave up the place to French. However since XIX century language revives - verses and songs on Provencal are well known. Alphons Dode introduced Provencal air and accent in the French prose.
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 by davequ
Marshlands populated with flamingos (in the summer), wild horses, beautiful birds of all types.
Tours are available in downtown Arles.
A few mosquitoes and some humidity (it's a marsh right next to the Mediterranean), but if you like nature and unique landscapes, I recommend it.
There is an excellent book you can buy titled "La Camargue" in Arles at hotels and bookstores that is filled with excellent photos and much information. I recommend you buy the book (I did) first if you can find it.
ISBN 2-84293-050-9. Leave a Comment
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 The entrance gate at Glanum
built around 48-20 BC by davequ
Just outside (1 mile south) St. Remy and almost across the road from a hospital where Van Gogh attempted to convalesce, sit the ruins of the Roman city of Glanum. Approx. 2000 years old, many of the sites in Glanum are very well preserved and documented.
The area around Glanum is very beautiful and inspirational. This is a side/day-trip from Arles that is well spent. Anyone interested or fascinated by ancient history and Caesar's conquest of Gaul will love Glanum, Orange, Arles and Nimes.
Here (click below) is some good info:
Roman City of Glanum Leave a Comment
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 Une nuit etoilée, Bord du
Rhône by Lady_MystiqueLeave a Comment
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- Campanile - Arles
Rue Charlie Chaplin ZAD de Fourchon, Arles - Hotel du Forum
10, place du Forum, Arles - Grand Hotel Nord-Pinus
Place du Forum, Arles - Inter Hotel Mireille
Place Saint Pierre de Trinquetaille, Arles - Kyriad Arles
Rue des Fourches Quartier Fourchon, Arles - Hotel Particulier
Rue de la Monnaie, Arles - La Peiriero Hotel Arles
34, avenue des Baux, Arles - Constantin
59 Boulevard de Craponne, Arles - Hotel De L'Amphitheatre
5-7, rue Diderot, Arles - Hotel le Rodin
20 Rue Auguste Rodin, Arles - Hotel Du Musee Arles
11 Rue du Grand Prieuré, Arles - Hotel Jules Cesar
Boulevard des Lices, BP 116, Arles - Balladins Superior Hotel Arles
1 chemin des moines, Arles - Le Regence Hotel Arles
5 Rue Marius Jouveau, Arles - Muette
15 rue des Suisses, Arles
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