Palais des Papes
palais des papes · 아비뇽
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:56
Welcome back to the shadow of the Palais des Papes. While we have explored the 'sumptuous palace' of the interior, this narration focuses on the palace as a defensive and urban phenomenon—a 'village within a city.' As you stand…
Listen in the app2The Outer Ramparts and the Art of Defense1:38
We stand now before the 'massive battlements' of the palace’s exterior. These walls are a masterpiece of military engineering, completed in two phases over less than twenty years. …
Listen in the app3The Petit Palais: The Bishop's Resplendent Residence1:30
Just to the north of the main palace stands the Petit Palais, or the Little Palace. Built in 1318, this was the 'fortress-like' mansion of the bishops and cardinals before it became an art museum. …
Listen in the app4Avignon Cathedral: The Spiritual Neighbor1:27
Adjacent to the palace is the Cathedral of Notre-Dame des Doms, a 'renowned historical landmark' that dates back to 1150. Although it 'pales in comparison' to the size of the nearby palace, it carries the weight of centuries as…
Listen in the app5The Rocher des Doms: Nature's Defensive Platform1:17
A short walk north leads us to the 'Rocher des Doms,' a 'rocky promontory' that is the very reason Avignon exists in this location. This 'beautiful park on the hill' offers 'exceptional panoramic views' of the palace, the Rhone…
Listen in the app6Rue de la Peyrolerie: The Bedrock Canyon1:11
To experience the raw power of the palace's construction, we must walk down the Rue de la Peyrolerie, an 'ancient lane adjacent to the palace.' This street is 'dramatically carved into the bedrock,' making you feel as though you…
Listen in the app7The Gift Shop and Wine Store: Medieval Commerce1:09
Our exploration of the surroundings brings us back to the palace exit, which 'naturally brings you through the gift shop and wine store.' This is not your typical tourist shop; the interior is an 'authentic part of the palace…
Listen in the app8Closing1:11
As we stand once more in the center of the square, looking up at the 'Palace of the Popes,' we can appreciate it as more than just a building. It is a 'lasting imprint' on the city of Avignon, a 'UNESCO World Heritage Site' that…
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What is Palais des Papes?
Palais des Papes is a place in 아비뇽 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 아비뇽 |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 11 min 19 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 43.9508, 4.8075 |
| Last updated |
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