Saint-Tropez is a coastal town on the French Riviera, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of southeastern France. An international Jet-set hub back in the 1960s Saint-Tropez has long been popular with artists who appreciated its beauty and to the day it remains known for its beaches and vibrant nightlife. The town hosts internationally famous boutiques with brand name labels, bars, cafes, and exquisite restaurants. Saint- Tropez offers the perfect mix of the quaint old town with a cosmopolitan touch.
Its rich cultural profile includes museums, art galleries, monuments, churches, as well as a fabulous market and endless events. You can regulate your holiday from an action-packed one to a relaxing one.
Being an international tourist mecca, St. Tropez's mythical tame has played a large part in boosting the popularity of the whole Côte d' Azur. In this town, everything is famous, from the beaches (Bouillabaisse Beach, Caneliers Beach, Salins Beach, Pampelonne Beach) to the Place des Lices where movie stars get together. In the past Saint-Tropez had drawn personalities such as Picasso, Francoise Sagan, Jacques Prévert and countless others who shaped its unique flair. With the arrival of Brigitte Bardot in the 6O's the myth of this gorgeous town was established for good. Since then, St. Tropez has become the in a vacation spot for chic Parisians and the international Jet Set with Huge yachts lining up to its harbor.
Buy your own leather Tropéziennes sandals and roam the dreamy streets of this all famous place. For a more authentic experience of the place, wake up early in the morning to visit the market of Place aux Herbes where you will find fruit vegetables and flowers and watch the local fishermen selling their new catch. This is also the neighborhood of the famous brasseries Le Gorille and Sénéquier. A typical Provencal market is held every Tuesday and Saturday morning in the Place des Lices. Another cultural event is the religious and festive processions called "Bravades" which are lively celebrations beginning in May and lasting until the 15th of June.
The French Riviera, also known as the Côte d'Azur is popular for its glamour and scenic coastal towns. Antibes, Cannes, Cassis, Monaco, Nice, Saint-Tropez are only some of the best and liveliest towns for a luxurious travel experience.
The world’s most visited country, France with more than 89 million visitors each year rightfully seduces travelers with its culture, stunning landscape comprising of Alpine mountains, beautiful meadows, farms, rivers and spectacular sea coast France is about art and architecture. The country's cultural sights and rich history is staggering – in volume and diversity. There are plenty of things to see and do in France which is blessed with beautiful landscapes and diverse geography.
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