Provence is one of the most popular vacation areas in the south of France. The region runs from the Mediterranean to the Alps and from the Rhone River to Italy. Provence adjoins the French Riviera and is famous for its warm climate, scenery traditions, fine wines, French cuisine, and local language (Provencal). Its main attractions include the city of Avignon. Van Gogh came to Arles to paint its scenic countryside. Introduction to Provence - Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Avignon - Marseille - Aix-en-Provence - Atelier Cezanne...

Toulouse is a city in the southwest of France inland between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Toulouse is an important part of the French economy and is a major center for the aviation and space industry with the head offices of Airbus, European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company (EADS), and the Galileo Navigation Satellite System. Introduction to Toulouse - Overview - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Place du Capitole - Basilica St Sernin - Canal du Midi - Cite de l'Espace (Science Museum) - Saint Etienne Cathedral - Airbus...