Provence 500 Photos French edition

Fine Wines from the South of France with detailed descriptions of popular wine estates and classic vintages. This chunky wishbook of postcard-perfect photographs is sure to attract all those who dream of visiting or returning to Provence, one of France’s natural treasures. Anyone who has visited Provence knows that it is more than a place of spectacular beauty; it is also a way of life. Attracting travelers from across the globe, Provence offers the visitor peace and tranquility in the striking beauty of landscapes ablaze with color: from ocher hills and lavender fields, to stark cliffs and swaying olive trees. Gerard Sioen, an internationally recognized photographer and himself an inhabitant of Provence, takes the reader on a personal photographical tour of Provence’s most celebrated sights. This stunning array of 500 photographs revels in all the charm of this magnificent and renowned travel destination.Gerard Sioen began taking pictures in 1975, when he was 18 years old. He has traveled all over the world and has published numerous travel photography books. He now resides in the south of France and has opened three galleries in the region to exhibit his work.