Palais du Roure, Avignon

An old building with a stunning interior, Palais du Roure dates back to 1469. Once the family residence of a Florentine banker, this impressive edifice was built by Pierre Baroncelli. Due to its architecture, the palace is listed as a World Heritage of Humanity site. An extensive collection of artifacts is exhibited here, including unique icons, Provencal furniture of the 18th and 19th centuries, drawings, canvases, figurines, costumes, popular art and other amazing antiques. It serves not only as a cultural center, but also as a library with a great collection of books and the center of Latin and Provencal folklore and customs.