As the historical capital of Provence, Aix perpetuates the ancestral ways and customs around public festivals and family celebrations. This culture joyfully blends tradition and modern creativity to establish an identity, that of Aix and more largely that of Provence.

Traditional Provencal celebrations Provencal feasts, Christmas in Provence, the Magi, Aix Carnival... More info

Handicrafts The fabrics of Provence are sold world-wide, fabrics, shawls, scarves, fashion accessories, and gift items. More info

Nativity Scene and Figurines The santons: Figurines of the Provencal Manger. More info

The Olive in Aix en Provence countryside The olive has become one of the main ingredients of Provençal cuisine. More info

Provencal cooking recipes Washed down with some wine from the hillsides of Aix en Provence, the provencal meals have seduced the most difficult palates. More info

The Region and its Gastronomy A taste of Provence the gastronomy of the sun. More info

Calissons - Aix en Provence This marzipan-like confectionery is made from sweet almonds and preserved fruits. More info

Vineyards of Aix en Provence Wines of Guaranteed Origin (A.O.C.) the "Vineyards of Aix en Provence". More info

Markets in Aix en Provence The Aix en Provence markets animate the town with colours and noises. More info

Fairs and Antique - Aix en Provence From January to December, the antique dealers of Aix offer furniture and objects they have dug out from here and there. More info

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