Avignon is a city located in Provence, France. This city is
in the south-eastern region of France and in the department of Vaucluse, this
city is situated approximately 90 kilometres east of Montpellier and 220
kilometres south of Lyon. The population of Avignon, as of 2015, was 92,130
residents. The main language spoken in Avignon is French and the currency used
in the euro. Avignon growing population
has made the city an attractive destination for business travel professionals
seeking quality serviced apartments in Avignon.
The history of Avignon is much disputed and the city has
been fought over and occupied by many different people over the years.
Civilisation in Avignon dates back to 4,000 BC when the Romans arrived in the area. Later in history during the 14th century,
Pope Clement V fled Rome and chose Avignon as his preferred seat living in the
Papal Palace. The city became the centre of the Roman Catholic world, the popes
stayed in the city until 1377. After the church returned to Rome, the city
suffered from endless invasions for many years. Avignon eventually becoming a
part of France in 1791, two years after the country’s revolution. Avignon grew
and developed over the years and the population boomed during the pre-war
period. After WWII, the city became very cultural, hosting an annual theatre
festival; in 2000 Avignon was named the Europe’s City of Culture.
Avignon is a hub of business with over 7,000 corporations within
the city; its main economic focus is on tourism and agriculture which adds to a
large percentage of the GDP. Many business travellers choose this designation
due to its increasing tourist industry where many hospitality and tourism
corporation are located. The city is
also headquarters to the World Council of the tomato industry, meaning many
agricultural business travellers come to the city. Serviced apartments in
Avignon situate guests close to the thriving business districts.
As Avignon is a large tourism hub there are many things to
see and do in the city. Avignon’s most popular tourist attraction is the Palais
des Papes with over 570,000 tourists visiting the palace every year. The city
is also home to many art museums, the most popular being Musée de Petit Palais
which is home to several famous masterpieces. Pont d’Avignon is another one of
the city’s most iconic attractions; visitors can visit the ruins of this
medieval bridge and admire the beauty of the bridge. Tourist attractions are
great for taking time out of your working day; there is a range of serviced
apartments close to a number of Avignon’s most popular attractions.
Avignon is a very well connected city and has many excellent
transport links. Avignon is located near two major highways in France, the A7
autoroute, which goes south to Marseille and north to Valence and the A9
autoroute, which travels south to Montpellier.
The city has two large train stations, Gare d’Avignon-Centre and Gare
d’Avignon TGV, both located in central locations in the city. Avignon-Provence
Airport is 10 kilometres outside the city centre of Avignon, providing easy
access into the city. SilverDoor offer serviced apartments and corporate
housing close to these main transport links.
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