Lavender Fields, Provence

Today we’re in the lavender fields of the Valensole Plateau in Provence, France. Almost 800 square kilometres of flowers stretch as far as the eye can see. Vincent van Gogh spent time here, and featured lavender in some of his paintings. June is the start of the lavender season, and though it runs till August, peak viewing (and smelling) time varies a little with fluctuations in temperature and rainfall. There are lovely villages that you can explore while visiting the lavender fields, stopping for a pastry or crunchy-soft baguette at an outdoor cafe.
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