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Arles is a perfect example of the progress of an ancient city towards medieval European civilization. It has preserved many impressive Roman relics, including the earliest arena dating back to the first century BC, the Roman theater and the cloisters of ancient Roman palaces ( Underground corridor ) 。 In the fourth century AD, Aler experienced the second golden age of the Roman Empire, Constantine (Constantine) The bathhouse of the ancient times and the cemetery of Aliskamps are the main witnesses of this period. here we are eleven Century and twelve During the 20th century, Arles again became one of the most attractive cities in the Mediterranean region

 

 

A small town in history

Arles is a treasure standing on the Rhone River , Sheltered in the clear blue sky blowing by the Mediterranean sea breeze. This ancient Roman city , Rich and unique world art heritage , It is also an image city for artists and poets to find inspiration. Arles, a former Celtic settlement and Greek colony forty-six In, Arles became a retired soldier and settled in the city under the rule of Kaiser the Great of the ancient Roman Empire. During this period, Arles was honored as “ Gallic Little Rome ” Arles reached the first golden age in history, and then became an important religious center in the early development of Christianity. The destruction and casualties caused by foreign invasion in the early Middle Ages, Arles twelve The 20th century was reborn, and the magnificent buildings of the medieval century witnessed this period of vigorous, wonderful and rich history. seventeen And eighteen Countless private mansions built in the old city in the 20th century are located in many two thousand The ancient buildings years ago added more charm to Arles. one thousand nine hundred and eighty-one In, seven historic sites were listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Today, Arles “ Ancient City of Art and History ” It is also a member of the European Union of Ancient Cultural Cities. Broken piers stand on the banks of the Rhone River near Arles Station. Standing there, you can overlook the whole town of Arles. On the opposite side of the city wall eleven The tower is only slightly higher than the house, which is the panorama of Arles town. Looking down, I saw the slowly flowing Rhone River. Although it is a small town, there are quite a few tourists here every year. Bullfighting, flamenco dancing, the famous Palliatic Easter celebration and rice harvest festival all have local characteristics. seven In September, the parade in colorful Provencal national costumes and the large-scale international photography exhibition brought a lively atmosphere to the town. There are olive oil fired dishes that remind people of Spanish or Italian South French cuisine. Van Gogh has a close relationship with the town.

 

Start another unique journey

 

 

Arles Station is very small, but after reconstruction, it has become a very modern station. There is a tourist information bureau in the station, where you can get maps. After getting out of the station, turn to the left, go to the ramp and continue on, then come to La Martin Square where Van Gogh once lived. Across the square, you can see the massive stone column like cavalry gate and the city wall, which is the entrance of the town. Although the town is small, there are many tourist attractions, such as the ruins of ancient Rome, St. Trophim's Church, and Arles Museum. Because the roads are narrow and crisscross, and the scenic spots are scattered, some scenic spots will be missed if we do not plan carefully in advance to improve efficiency. Back to the station, go a little farther along the road and you will find the office of the Information Bureau. From the station to here fifteen minute. To visit the town, it is recommended that you start with the largest memorial hall in Arles, namely the Colosseum, with the ancient theater behind (Theatre antique) 。 Facing the entrance rue de la Go on and you will come to the Republic Square. In the center of the square stands a tower. Opposite the tower is the City Hall and St. Trophim's Church. The entrance to the cloister is deep on the right side of the church. Around Republic Street, which extends from the city hall to the Rhone River, there are the oldest Roman relics in Arles —— The underground cloister of the ancient Roman market, and the Alatan Museum. The ancient Arles Museum, which shows the historical relics of the new Christian era, is located in the southwest of the Information Bureau fifteen minute. After arriving at West Flange Street from Republic Street, continue to walk along the river, and the view suddenly becomes clear. It has come to the broad Rhone River. Turn right from here, and walk along the river, you can see the public bathhouse in the shape of ruins —— Constantine Bathing Beach. Continue to move forward, and then return to La Martin Square. In this way, we walked around the town.

 

 

 

 

 

St. Trophimo Church, built in the Middle Ages, is one of the most representative Romanesque churches in France, and the only landscape in Arles that can compete with the glorious ancient Roman ruins. The church is exquisitely carved and famous for its magnificent cloister of St. Trophim. As it is located on the famous pilgrimage road in Santiago, it was worshipped by countless pilgrims in the Middle Ages.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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