"Ochre Village in Provence" Languedoc-Roussillon by Toshioohsako

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Roussillon Village under the sun - Languedoc-Roussillon

Roussillon Village under the sun

Its one of the most beautiful villages in Provence built on the hill of Ohcre. Its color is unique (brownish) and the whole village shines under the sun.

Its a superb beauty!

Its a superb beauty! - Languedoc-Roussillon

The whole town is made of Ochre. Its a pavement leading to the Place de la Marie. The pavement is not stony like other Provence pavements in various villages and easy to walk. Its a peaceful and satisfying promenade from an artistic point of view.

Elegant shopping street

Elegant shopping street - Languedoc-Roussillon

There are many interesting artisan and local shops which sell unique local products. You will enjoy strolling along the street like this.

Pros and Cons

Pros:unique color
Cons:nothing particular

Last visit to Languedoc-Roussillon: Oct 2009
Intro Updated Dec 1, 2009
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Regina1965 Oct 16, 2009 at 7:37 AM

I must say the same as Yumyum :D What beautiful colours!!!
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yumyum Oct 16, 2009 at 12:54 AM

Such beautiful colours!

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