The Romans left a lot behind in Provence: temples, aqueducts, baths, theaters, forums, arches, and whole cities, to mention just a few of the larger structures we find in this region. Some of the best preserved Roman architecture in the world stands in Provence. Even the ruins left standing alone in desolate fields are pretty amazing. Four standing columns of a Roman Temple of Apollo in Riez The remains of an Aqueduct at Le Barbegal Arles and Vaison-la-Romaine are thriving cities today, whose residents indifferently file past Roman remains that are so interesting and beautiful, the rest of us would be stopped in our tracks. I know; I have been stopped in my tracks in both cities. Evidence abounds that these ancient Roman cities were also thriving and culturally vibrant. Glanum Glanum, an archaeological site still under excavation, is another fascinating destination. Orange, home of the stunning Roman theater that attracts internationally famous names on stage and lots of patrons (including us) every summer, is another world class tourist attraction (year round). Theatre Antique in Orange Nimes, just outside Provence, has a strikingly elegant temple, said to be one of the best preserved in the world. It was to Nimes [...]