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There are museums depicting the history and traditions of the region, and art galleries which give an insight into why Provence is so loved by painters, past and present. There is a beautiful park where trees and flowers breathe fresh air into the city, a place to relax and enjoy the sunshine. Arles has a vast array of shops and cafes, the main shopping area being the pedestrianised Rue de la Republique.

The Boulevard des Lices holds a huge market every Wednesday and Saturday, and claims to be the longest market in France, stretching for 1 km. There, it is possible to buy everything from local produce to antiques, and is an irresistible magnet for visitors and locals alike. The night life is good, with numerous bars and pubs offering warm Provencal hospitality, and the cafes and restaurants providing a tempting flavour of Provencal cuisine. There is a season of colourful festivals and pageantry, starting around Easter with the traditional bullfighting and bullshows, and continuing through to September with bull and horse festivals and parades, and celebrations of the rice harvest, together with music and entertainment.


 
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