Sorry the post was so shower yesterday, we were all very tired.
Before we left Nice we made a short stop at Santon Fuques gallery where they hand craft figurines, including the famous “SHEPHERD,- BLAST OF MISTRAL”. Which depicts a shepherd being almost blown away by the mistral, very cold and harsh winds that howl through Provence from time to time. You can read more about this shop and figurines here. https://www.santons-fouque.fr/en/p/10-santons-fouque-le-coup-de-mistral
This shop has been in operation since the 1800’s and four generations have handcrafted these figurines. One of the owners proudly took us on a tour of the workshop.
After a purchase, or two (yes Bob you are going to love them) we were off to traverse the winding roads through the Gorges du Verdon to Nice.
Hilary did an amazing job driving the very twisting and windy narrow roads. We stopped in the very picturesque town of Moustiers Ste.Marie for a coffee and a quick stroll. I really wished we had more time here as it is quite beautiful.
Then off again wending our way to yet another small medieval town of Castellane for lunch. I had a wonderful chicken veggie curry sandwich that appeared to be huge, but I managed to eat it all, yet again neglecting to think to take a photo. 😊
We also got a bird’s eye view of the Gorges from Point Sublime and stopped for a photo. Last stop at and again at an overlook of Greolières.
Hilary wins the awards for getting us safely to Nice. Lots to explore tomorrow but looking forward to coming home. Really missing Bob because no matter how much I am having it’s just not the same without him.
Santon Fuques Gallery
Moustiers Ste.Marie - how was this church built on top of this mountain???
Castellane - Another Church high on a mountaintop!
Gorges du Verdon - Point Sublime Overlook
Overlook of Greolières
View from our balcony in our VRBO in Nice (great find by Margaret)
1 comment:
Hi from sunny Phoenix. Thank you for the photos, what incredible little towns and scenic roads. I am sure the locals are used to all the charm but sure looks good compared to Phoenix with its average building age of five years ;). Happy travels, Looking forward to wherever you are going next.
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