Aix-en-Provence is a small city in the province of Bouches-du-Rhône and conquers visitors when traveling to France by its peaceful and ancient beauty.
Aix-en-Provence is not a popular tourist destination for Vietnamese people. But if you want to get away from the magnificent capital of Paris, find peace and explore the local life, Aix-en-Provence becomes a place worth considering for you. It is about 760 km south of Paris. From the capital, you can take the TGV express train (3 hours) or the night bus for about 11 hours. If you choose to take the night bus, Aix-en-Provence will welcome you with the clear sunrise, green trees and La Rotonde fountain – an important symbol of the city. 
The town hall with its intricate carvings captivates visitors. 
In this area, people sell flowers and handicrafts. 
Place d’Albertas Square is famous for its yellow buildings that are hundreds of years old. 
Aix-en-Provence has many markets open in the morning. You can easily find fresh, varied food with a warm welcome from the locals. 
Fresh flowers are sold everywhere. 
Aix-en-Provence is also known as the land of lavender. Therefore, do not forget to buy bags of dried lavender and essential oil products from this flower, both as a gift and keep good memories of this place. 
Once a street for carriages, Cours Mirabeau has been transformed into one of the busiest and most vibrant places. This is the ideal place to take a walk, drink a cup of coffee in the morning, enjoy a delicious lunch or drink a beer watching the sunset. 
L’Occitane is a famous cosmetic brand, originating from Provence. The girls will enjoy shopping many good quality products, reasonable prices. 
There are many souvenir shops in Aix-en-Provence. 
You must definitely try Calissons candy – the traditional candy and a specialty of this land. A small box (pink) as shown in the photo costs 260,000 VND. 
Wandering here, you will be surprised to find a Vietnamese restaurant located in a small street. Traveling for many days and craving a taste of home, stop by for a hot bowl of pho or beef noodle soup. What’s more interesting, you are warmly welcomed by the owner, chatting happily because very few Vietnamese know and travel to this peaceful and small city. (according to the Star)
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