DAY 4

We went to Avignon to visit the Temple Saint Martial, the University of Avignon, the Office of Tourism, the Palais des Papes, and the Pont des Papes. Le Palais des Papes was my favorite to visit out of the other attractions. It was filled with the history of nine Popes and the treasures they left behind. I was disappointed that some of the most artist and beautiful in nature were off limits to cameras. I went all the way to the top of the palace and forgot I had my camera in my pocket. I missed out on some amazing and breathtaking pictures, but Tia and Lauren were with me and took pictures too so major faux-pas avoided. The University of Avignon was an enlightment all of itself. I learned that the education is France is completely paid for by the state adn that even foreigners can attend the institute at a lower rate than any private or public college/univeristy in the U.S. Granted the students in France have to take the BAC before they are even recognized by a college/university is a major stress but they pull through.