The Cathédrale d’Images is an ideal place to visit during your stay at Benvengudo Hotel. Located in the village of Les Baux-de-Provence, the Cathédrale is approximately 20 minutes away from Benvengudo on foot. The Cathédrale The Cathédrale d’Images is a permanent display in Les Baux, and was founded in 1976 by Albert Plécy. Plécy’s goal in creating the display was to present a “total visual experience.” Plécy achieved this by projecting the large images onto the immense stone walls of the Val d’Enfer, a valley cut into the rock by water erosion. The Cathédrale has seen considerable investment over the years. The high ceilings, walls and pillars of untouched limestone serve as a three-dimensional screen, a magical projection of giant slides where the viewer is immersed in a visual and musical show. Every year there is a new show, related to a specific theme. Val d’Enfer The Val d’Enfer is something to visit in itself. Years of water erosion have sculpted the rocks into the strange and fantastical shapes that can be seen today. At dusk, the fading light has led many to believe that they have seen rocks and caves of Dante’s Inferno. Jean Cocteau, French writer and film-maker, filmed his “Testament of Orpheus” with the Val d’Enfer as a natural backdrop. Benvengudo Hotel The Cathédrale d’Images is an ideal place for people who want to explore the heritage and culture of Provence. It is an innovative cultural space that will deepen your understanding of the robust creative tradition that exist in Southern France. With the Cathédrale only a short walk away, you can explore everything it has to offer when you stay at Benvengudo Hotel. Benvengudo Hotel is a 4 star luxury boutique hotel located in Les Baux-de-Provence. Set in an authentic Provencal country house, its idyllic location offers a perfect base from which to explore this remarkable region in the South of France. Thanks for reading

While visiting Benvengudo Hotel, why not take time out to visit the Feria des Vendanges festival. The Feria des Vendanges is a popular festival that celebrates the regions wine making traditions. The Wine Harvest Feria The Wine Harvest Feria is the little sister of the Pentecost Feria, which takes place in May. It began in 1980 and takes place every third Friday, Saturday and Sunday in September in Nimes. This year, the Wine Harvest Feria takes place from Thursday 18th to Sunday 21st September 2014. Nimes and the surrounding region are home to a number of vineyards all of which produce quality wines: cépage wines, vins de pays and AOC. The harvest ends in late September. The grapes are pressed and the wine begins its slow process of fermentation. The Wine Harvest Feria has its roots in the town of Nimes, where the people decided to organise a local Feria that would be as lively and enjoyable as the main Pentecost Feria, but solely dedicated to celebrating the end of the wine harvest by drinking good wine with friends, family and visitors. Benvengudo Hotel The Feria des Vendanges is a unique festival which shares the wine making traditions of Southern France with people from across the world. Nimes is located less than an hours drive from Benvengudo Hotel, and by taking the time to visit this remarkable city during your stay, you can gain a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse into a fabulous, time-honoured celebration. Benvengudo Hotel is a 4 star luxury boutique hotel located in Les Baux-de-Provence. Set in an authentic Provencal country house, its idyllic location offers a perfect base from which to explore this remarkable region in the South of France. Thanks for reading

If you’re staying at Benvengudo Hotel this September and you want to experience some authentic French culture, you should check out the Feria Du Riz. Discover Arles Benvengudo Hotel is located in the quaint village of Les Baux-de-Provence. When you stay with us, you’re perfectly situated to rent a car, hit the open road and explore everything the charming towns, villages and cities of Provence have to offer. Take a half hour drive through the region and you’ll reach Arles. A stunning French tourist town, Arles has a number of historic attractions such as churches, museums and monuments that’ll provide you with a great day out. The town is also a centre of the French bullfighting scene; you can experience this unique tradition for yourself every September when the Feria du Riz takes over the streets of Arles. Feria Du Riz Established in 1965, Feria du Riz is Arles’ world famous bull fighting festival. Held midway through every September, it features a range of fairs, festivities and demonstrations which are free and open to all. It also showcases traditional French bull fighting, which sees matadors confronting the fearsome beasts on horseback to impress and delight the crowds. The highlight of the Feria du Riz is the “bullfight goyesque” event that take place in Arles Arena every year. This contest is pageant-esque; typically it combines décor, fashion and music to create a true spectacle. Past goyesques have included the works of such famous designers as Christian Lacroix and Jean-Paul Formica. The 2015 festival The 2015 Feria du Riz looks as though it’s going to be an amazing event. Scheduled to take place between Friday 11th September and Sunday 13th September, the Festival will see legendary bull fighting figures such as Juan Bautista and Pablo Hermoso show us what they can do in the ring. It will also host a series of additional events that you should take some time to check out whilst you’re in Arles. You should watch out for the free two-hour horse show which will be held in the Arena on the Saturday, starting at 9.30 pm. You’ll also be able to buy traditional goods including wine, organic vegetables and soaps from the many stalls that will be set up throughout Republic Square during the weekend. Benvengudo Hotel Feria du Riz is a unique festival which shares the past times, cuisine and traditions of the French with people across the world. By taking some time to drive to Arles during your stay at Benvengudo Hotel, you can gain a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse into a fabulous, time-honoured celebration. Benvengudo Hotel is a 4 star luxury boutique hotel located in Les Baux-de-Provence. Set in an authentic Provencal country house, its idyllic location offers a perfect base from which to explore this remarkable region in the South of France. Thanks for reading  

Are you a French art enthusiast? If so, you should make some time to visit the Caumont Art Centre in Aix-en-Provence during your stay at Benvengudo Hotel. Travel to Aix-en-Provence If you’re looking to explore Provence during your stay at Benvengudo Hotel, you should take some time to the historic French city of Aix-en-Provence. Only an hour’s drive away from Benvengudo Hotel, Aix-en-Provence boasts an array of fascinating attractions such as Aix Cathedral and Touloubre. It also has a thriving art scene, which you can explore if you stop by Caumont Art Centre when you head to Aix-en-Provence. Caumont Art Centre Housed inside the recently restored 18th Century mansion Hôtel de Caumont, the Caumont Art Centre is a gallery of art and culture. The building itself is a work of art; it features a heady mix of Regency and Louis XV architectural features, classic 18th Century-style gardens and a range of elegantly decorated amenities, such as Café Caumont. Caumont Art Centre has been billed as “a place where one can discover and share art, music and dance with passion.” It more than lives up to this mission statement, as the Centre features a range of paintings, sculpture, musical performances, screenings and lectures which will allow you to explore France’s expansive artistic heritage. Artistic exhibitions The Centre also hosts two fine art exhibitions every year. These events explore the legacies of various outstanding artists throughout history, from the great masters of the past right through to the revolutionary contemporary artists of the modern day. Caumont opened its inaugural exhibition, Canaletto, Rome – London – Venice. The triumph of light, on 6th May 2015. Scheduled to run until 13th September 2015, the event features a range of works by 18th Century Venetian artist Canaletto, whose exploration of light led to the creation of hypnotic landscape paintings. The showcase highlights Canaletto’s meticulous use of the ‘dark room’ in his work, a copy of which has been presented as part of the exhibition. Benvengudo Hotel The Caumont Art Centre is a French art enthusiasts dream; an innovative cultural space that’ll deepen your understanding of this robust creative tradition. With the Centre only a short drive away, you can explore everything it has to offer when you stay at Benvengudo Hotel. Benvengudo Hotel is a 4 star luxury boutique hotel located in Les Baux-de-Provence. Set in an authentic Provencal country house, its idyllic location offers a perfect base from which to explore this remarkable region in the South of France. Thanks for reading

If you’re a fan of high-class cuisine, there’s one event that you won’t want to miss when you visit Benvengudo Hotel. This is the Truffle Market that’s held every year in the Provençal village of Richerenches. Explore Provence When you stay at Benvengudo hotel, you have a unique opportunity to explore the compelling French tourist region of Provence. You can start by renting a car and driving for an hour and 20 minutes from Les Baux-de-Provence, where our Hotel is situated, to the settlement of Richerenches; a charming medieval French village in the historic Enclave of the Popes. Truffle Market Richerenches has become famous across the world for its legendary annual Truffle Market. This eagerly anticipated event gives committed foodies the chance to buy Richerenches’ famous truffles, an aromatic mushroom that serves as a culinary delicacy across the planet. The event takes place in the main square of Richerenches from the November of every year to March the following year. Traditionally the Market starts on the first Saturday after the 15th November. Estimates suggest that 700 kilos of truffles are sold per week at the event, making it the biggest truffle market in Europe. Truffle Mass The Market has become particularly famous for the Truffle Mass ceremony it holds on the Feast of St Anthony, every January. Established in 1952, this is a traditional Catholic Mass that’s held in the village church to celebrate and bless the ‘black diamond’ a.k.a. the truffle mushroom, which continues to bring prosperity to Richerenches. This event provides you with a rare opportunity to experience the cultural rituals that have characterised French life for hundreds of years. We’d suggest that you set out to arrive in the village early if you’re visiting Richerenches to celebrate the Truffle Mass. This will give you a chance to watch the mythical Brotherhood of the Knights of the Black Diamond lead the procession up to the church to start the mass. Benvengudo Hotel There are plenty of things to do in Provence which will provide you with the holiday of a lifetime. If you stay at Benvengudo Hotel, you’ll be perfectly situated to enjoy everything this popular tourist region has to offer. Benvengudo Hotel is a 4 star luxury boutique hotel located in Les Baux-de-Provence. Set in an authentic Provencal country house, its idyllic location offers a perfect base from which to explore this remarkable region in the South of France. Thanks for reading    

During your stay at Benvengudo Hotel you should take some time to explore the city and commune of Arles. Located approximately 30 minute from Benvengudo via car, Arles is a city brimming with culture and history dating back to the Roman Era. Musée de l’Arles et de la Provence antiques The Musée de l’Arles antique is a museum which houses a large collection of antiquities, including monumental Roman sculptures from the local region. Among the exhibits is a model of the multiple overshot water mills which existed at Barbegal, and have been referred to as “the greatest known concentration of mechanical power in the ancient world”. Parc Naturel Régional de Camargue Officially established as a regional park and nature reserve in 1970, the Regional Nature Park of the Camargue covers 820 km². This territory is considered to be some of the most natural and most protected in all of Europe. If you are a history buff, the roadside museum provides background on flora, fauna, and the history of the area. Arles Amphitheatre Perhaps the most popular attraction in the city of Arles, the Roman Amphitheatre is a relic of Roman rule. Built in 90 AD, the Amphitheatre could accommodate over 20,000 spectators, and was built to provide entertainment in the form of chariot races and bloody hand-to-hand battles. It is still used today and draws large crowds for plays and concerts in summer. Church of St. Trophime Another importance example of Roman architecture, this Roman Catholic church and former cathedral was built between the 12th century and the 15th century. The church was built upon the site of the 5th century basilica of Arles, named for St. Stephen. In the 15th century a Gothic choir was added to the Romanesque nave. Benvengudo Hotel Benvengudo Hotel is a 4 star luxury boutique hotel located in Les Baux-de-Provence. Set in an authentic Provencal country house, its idyllic location offers a perfect base from which to explore this remarkable region in the South of France. Thanks for reading

If you’re a wine enthusiast and you’re planning to visit Benvengudo Hotel in August, there’s one event you can’t miss; the Fête de la Véraison de Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Travel to Châteauneuf-du-Pape Benvengudo Hotel is located within the idyllic Provençal village of Les Baux-de-Provence. This puts you within an hour’s driving distance of Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Located three kilometres south of the River Rhône, this unique village is famous for producing some of the most respected red wines in the world. Fête de la Véraison de Châteauneuf-du-Pape Every year, the residents of the village gather together for the Fête de la Véraison de Châteauneuf-du-Pape. This is a summer festival that celebrates the Veraison; the ripening of the region’s wine-making grapes. The event can trace its roots back to the Middle Ages. It was founded during the days this charming settlement served as the summer home of the controversial Popes of nearby Avignon. Since its beginnings, the Festival has evolved into a weekend of traditional events. This includes shows, concerts, wine-tasting galas and other spectacles that celebrate the commune’s robust wine-making tradition. It also regularly features picturesque stalls, pitched battles, mock knight tournaments, magicians, minstrels, jugglers and other medieval themed festivities. This year’s festival The 2015 Fête de la Véraison de Châteauneuf-du-Pape is slated to take place between Saturday 1st August 2015 and Sunday 2nd August 2015. The event is free and will see over 200 actors adorn themselves in Arthurian garb to take you back in time to the days of valour and chivalry. Whilst you’re there, you can also take part in a special event evening at the beginning of the Festival. This is a medieval gala which includes a guided tour of the village, a dinner-show and a specialist wine-tasting, which provides you with an opportunity to sample Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s finest vintages. Tickets cost only €5 per person and it’s free for under 16s. Benvengudo Hotel Benvengudo Hotel is a 4 star luxury boutique hotel located in Les Baux-de-Provence. Set in an authentic Provencal country house, its idyllic location offers a perfect base from which to explore this remarkable region in the South of France. Thanks for reading