Aix-en-Provence is a French city located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southern France.
Famous for its squares, fountains and narrow streets, Aix-en-Provence is known for its cultural and historical heritage. The city is also famous for being the hometown of the famous painter Paul Cézanne, and his artistic legacy is present in many places in the city.
Getting to Aix-en-Provence can be done by car from Marseille or Avignon, or by train from most major French cities. The nearest airport is Marseille-Provence, which is about 30 km away.
Among the main attractions of Aix-en-Provence are the Cathedral of Saint-Sauveur, the Granet Museum, the Church of Saint-Jean-de-Malte, the Palace of Justice and the famous Fontaine de la Rotonde.
In addition, the city is known for its vibrant cultural life, with music and theater festivals, as well as for its gastronomy, in particular for its famous calisson, a typical sweet from the region.
Other attractions of the city include the medieval quarter of Vieil Aix, the Place des Quatre Dauphins, the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville and the Garden of the Villa Borély.
The city is also an ideal starting point for exploring Provence, with its medieval villages, lavender fields and vineyards.
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