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St. Paul de Vence

St. Paul de Vence is often referred to as the "classic medieval village".

The ramparts that surround the town were re-built in 1537 to stand up against attacks by Savoy, Austria and Piedmont.

During the 1920's it became a celebrity village by many of the best known artists in France.

The Colombe d'Or, the famous hotel in the town, was the scene for many of the famous artists. They would run up bills and pay with works of art. The dining room includes paintings by Picasso.

Walk through the 13th Century Gate, Porte REoyale, and then walk along the main street. There is the Grand Fountaine and then to the Porte Sud.

The cemetry is the resting place of artists such as Chagall, Maeghts, Escoffier and others.

Just outside of the town is the Foundation Maeght, one of the most noted modern art museums in Europe.