Aix-en-Provence
Southern French city
Aix-en-Provence is a city in southeastern France, north of Marseille in the Provence region.
Founded by Romans around thermal springs, it was historically the capital of Provence and remains known for its fountains, tree-lined boulevards, and association with the painter Cézanne.
Often shortened to Aix (pronounced like the letter X): We spent a week in Aix.
Water-spouting structure
- plane treesBroad-leaved deciduous shade trees
- caféCasual eatery serving drinks
- terracePaved outdoor extension
- promenadeLeisurely public stroll
shutters · siesta · dolce vita · boulevard · leisurely · patisserie · aperitif · sunny
Edible tree nut
- melonSweet-fleshed gourd fruit
- confectionerySugary foods or their shop
- olive oilFruit-pressed culinary fat
- roséPink-hued wine
market · lavender honey · tapenade · bouillabaisse · pastis · truffle · fougasse · aioli
Of ancient Italy's capital
- thermal bathsHeated mineral water facilities
- medievalOf the Middle Ages
- rampartsProtective fortress walls
- parliamentNational legislative assembly
ancien régime · archbishop · cathedral · Enlightenment · revolution · aristocracy · Old Town · heritage
French Post-Impressionist painter
- atelierCreative professional's workspace
- impressionismStyle prioritizing perception
- plein airOutdoor painting practice
- ochreIron-rich earth pigment
landscape · gallery · museum · palette · canvas · easel · post-impressionism · painting
Higher education institution
- law schoolJD degree program
- studentOne formally enrolled somewhere
- campusInstitutional grounds and buildings
- facultyInherent power or ability
semester abroad · research · thesis · lecture · library · dormitory · graduation · exchange program
fountain
Water-spouting structure
- plane treesBroad-leaved deciduous shade trees
- caféCasual eatery serving drinks
- terracePaved outdoor extension
promenade · shutters · siesta · dolce vita · boulevard · leisurely · patisserie · aperitif · sunny · Mediterranean
almond
Edible tree nut
- melonSweet-fleshed gourd fruit
- confectionerySugary foods or their shop
- olive oilFruit-pressed culinary fat
rosé · market · lavender honey · tapenade · bouillabaisse · pastis · truffle · fougasse · aioli · ratatouille
Roman
Of ancient Italy's capital
- thermal bathsHeated mineral water facilities
- medievalOf the Middle Ages
- rampartsProtective fortress walls
parliament · ancien régime · archbishop · cathedral · Enlightenment · revolution · aristocracy · Old Town · heritage · fortress
Cézanne
French Post-Impressionist painter
- atelierCreative professional's workspace
- impressionismStyle prioritizing perception
- plein airOutdoor painting practice
ochre · landscape · gallery · museum · palette · canvas · easel · post-impressionism · painting · watercolor
university
Higher education institution
- law schoolJD degree program
- studentOne formally enrolled somewhere
- campusInstitutional grounds and buildings
faculty · semester abroad · research · thesis · lecture · library · dormitory · graduation · exchange program · francophone
music
Organized auditory art
summer · concert · performance · classical · symphony · conductor · soprano · recital · outdoor stage · Mozart