The Pont Saint-Bénezet, also known simply as the Pont d'Avignon, is a 14th-century bridge that once spanned the Rhone River and has been in ruins since 1660. It is the city's landmark and is famous for the song “Sur le Pont d'Avignon.” The Chapelle Saint-Bénezet stands on one of the pillars.
In comparison, it is striking that the battlements on many old buildings have been rebuilt. Some buildings have been demolished, thus revealing the city walls again.
The Pont Saint-Bénezet, also known simply as the Pont d'Avignon, is a 14th-century bridge that once spanned the Rhone River and has been in ruins since 1660. It is the city's landmark and is famous for the song “Sur le Pont d'Avignon.”
The Chapelle Saint-Bénezet stands on one of the pillars.
In comparison, it is striking that the battlements on many old buildings have been rebuilt. Some buildings have been demolished, thus revealing the city walls again.