THE BEAUTIFUL LIFE OF THE FRENCH VILLAGES – HIDDEN ART VILLAGE YOU HAVE TO SEE !

THE BEAUTIFUL LIFE OF THE FRENCH VILLAGES – HIDDEN ART VILLAGE YOU HAVE TO SEE !

Hello dear friends, welcome to one of the most beautiful countries in the world, France, come with me and I will show you some gorgeous places. How good does this scented candle store smell, the smell is incredible Bougainvillea, this plant, is native to South America, having been discovered by botanist Philibert Commerson in the 18th century. Hello dear friend, do you want to come with me? Bougainvillea needs lots of sun and well-drained soil, characteristics typical of the Provence region. Bougainvillea is a symbol of summer on the Côte d’Azur. A true painter 🤗 Do you know this painting? This is the real place. The color of this plant is absolutely impressive. How beautifully these people live, these French villages are a little corner of heaven, do you like living here? In local tradition, bougainvillea symbolizes love and well-being. I think it’s the biggest cactus I’ve ever seen, very impressive. In Provence there are legends about girls who tied their wishes to bougainvillea branches. Most villages in southern France have under 2,000 inhabitants. Many villages have an aging population, with an average age over 50 years old. In summer, the population of these villages triples due to tourists and vacation home owners. A typical French perfume shop, very beautiful 🤗 In certain villages, over 50% of homes are vacation homes or secondary residences. Many young people leave the villages to work in cities like Marseille, Nice or Toulon. For you, this rose 🤗 In the last 20 years, more and more foreigners (British, Belgian, Dutch) have moved to the villages of Provence. Another painter, how cute 🤗❤️ How nicely dressed is this gentleman 🤗 Agriculture remains the main activity in the villages of southern France. The main agricultural products are wine, lavender, olives and fruit. For you ❤️ Provence is one of the most important wine-growing regions in France, famous for its rosé wine. Rural tourism has become the main source of income in many Provençal villages. There are villages where the only grocery store is mobile, coming once a week. House prices in the villages of southern France have risen significantly over the past 30 years. A house costing over a million euros I give you this rose 🌹❤️ Old stone houses are the most sought after by foreign tourists who want vacation homes. In many villages, authorities limit new construction to preserve the traditional look. Some villages have olive oil mills that have been operating for over 300 years. In the south of France, truffles are still cultivated, a profitable activity for villages. There are villages that became famous after appearing in movies or commercials. The smell from this lavender field is amazing Lavender is used not only in perfumes, but also in cosmetics, teas, honey, soaps and even in culinary recipes (such as lavender ice cream or Provençal biscuits). Lavender was brought to the region by the Romans, who used it to scent baths and as a medicinal plant. A guest room, in the basement, I don’t like this kind of accommodation 😢 The villages receive subsidies from the French state and the EU for rural revitalization. How elegant 🤗 In villages, the quality of life is considered very good, with clean air, local products, and close-knit communities. Many villages have been promoted through Instagram and travel blogs, leading to a tourism boom. House prices exceed one million euros , very expensive The foreign population (British, Belgian, Swiss) contributes to the economy by restoring old houses and opening businesses. Despite demographic challenges, the villages of southern France remain among the most visited and appreciated rural areas in Europe. The Provence region is nicknamed “the little California of Europe” by amateur astronomers due to the large number of clear nights. Many famous painters and writers have lived in these places. Pablo Picasso had several workshops on the Côte d’Azur: in Antibes, Cannes and Vallauris. Would you like to live in a house like this? Vincent van Gogh lived in Arles (1888–1889), where he painted over 300 works, including “Starry Night over the Rhône”. 1000 flavors and smells, very pleasant I am fascinated by these villages and these houses. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, my friend, for being with me to discover together the charm of that village in the south of France — it was a magical day that I will never forget! See you again soon

📌 Location : South of France
Date recorded: 2024
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Discover the authentic charm of France in the 10 most beautiful villages, where history, culture and landscapes will charm your heart and mind.

Bougainvillea , (that magenta plant) is a climbing plant native to South America, known for its brightly colored flowers, which are actually not flowers, but bracts — modified leaves in shades of pink, purple, red, orange or white. The plant loves the sun, warm climate and well-drained soils. It is often found in the south of France, Greece, Italy or Spain, where it adorns the walls of old houses and Mediterranean terraces. Drought-resistant and very decorative, bougainvillea symbolizes the joy of living and spontaneous beauty.

📍 Villages in the South of France: a story between stone, flowers and wine
In the South of France — in Provence, Languedoc, Côte d’Azur or Occitanie — the villages seem to have come straight out of a painting. The yellow or pink stone houses have reddish tiled roofs, the narrow streets are paved with cubic stone, and the windows have blue or green shutters. Bougainvillea, with shades of pink, purple and bright red, climbs generously over everything. Next to them, you can see oleanders, lavender, olive trees and cypresses.

In the small squares, old people play pétanque in the shade of plane trees, and tourists stop on the terraces to enjoy a pastis or a glass of cold rosé wine. The atmosphere is relaxed, with a Mediterranean air, and the smell of fresh bread, tapenade and Marseille soap floats in the air.

🌿 Local life
The villages of the south of France maintain a slow, almost ritualistic rhythm:

In the morning, people go to the local market to buy vegetables, artisanal cheeses, lavender honey and wines from small producers.

At noon, everything closes for the “pause méridienne” — that sacred siesta when shops, town hall and even the post office close their shutters.

In the evening, life returns to the little squares and terraces, with open-air dinners and local music, theatre and wine festivals.

The people are friendly, warm, but have a deep respect for traditions and the tranquility of the place. Many villages have been rehabilitated, attracting artists, writers and foreigners who have bought old stone houses and stayed there permanently.

📈 Economy of the villages in the south of France
The economy of these villages is mainly agricultural and touristic:

Viticulture is one of the main activities — the south of France is home to some famous wines: Côtes du Rhône, Bandol, Languedoc, Cassis, and of course, the rosé wines of Provence.

Pottery, artisanal soaps, Provençal textiles (the famous colorful cloths) and beekeeping products are constant sources of income.

Tourism plays a crucial role: hundreds of thousands of visitors come annually to villages like Gordes, Roussillon, Èze, Saint-Paul-de-Vence or Les Baux-de-Provence. Gîtes (rural holiday homes) tourism is very popular, as are local festivals.

Gastronomy is an economic branch in its own right: Michelin-starred restaurants, wineries with tastings, farmers’ markets and antique fairs constantly attract visitors.

Services for wealthy expats and retirees from northern Europe and the UK who settle here also contribute to the local economy.

🏡 Examples of gorgeous villages:
Gordes — perched on a hill, with views of lavender fields.

Roussillon — famous for the ochre hues of the cliffs and buildings.

Saint-Paul-de-Vence — an old artists’ bastion, with art galleries and boutique hotels.

Èze — a medieval village on the Côte d’Azur, with views of the Mediterranean Sea.

If you want, I can make you a list of 10 villages to visit in the south of France or even a little imaginary itinerary with a travel story through the bougainvillea villages. Would you like it? 🌸🍷

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