France Historic Centre of Avignon

“As I entered the cathedral, Sunday mass was taking place so I decided to take a seat in the last pew and observe the mass. I attended Catholic Church on most Sundays during my childhood and it was interesting to follow the familiar rituals, routines, and prayers in French. The singing was lovely and I found it quite moving to be part of a ceremony that has been performed in this beautiful space for over a millennia.”

“My opinion of Avignon changed as soon as I realized not only the fact that the medieval walls still stood but also just how much area lay within the enclosure. I think walled cities are so cool, the history becomes all the more palpable when you start being able to picture what a city may have looked like all those years ago.”