Beautiful Lavender Fields in Southern France

Wander the Lavender Farm of France, the Magnificent Lavender Gardens

     Lavender flowers are indeed loved by many people. Flowers which consist of 25 to 30 species are widely grown in Europe, including France. In France, there is a Lavender field located in Provence. This flower has been around since the time of the Ancient Roman Empire, even supposedly, it probably existed before that.

The lavender flower is defined as the soul of the city of Provence, France. If you visit this city, in every direction, you will be greeted by acres of expanse of purple color with a fragrance that evokes a sense of peace. Lavender is in full bloom from June to August, this flower field is an extraordinary sight.

In Europe, purple was considered luxurious and the color was widely used by royalty. Wearing lavender clothes will show a person's elegance and luxury. Lavender flowers have a pure and auspicious meaning when used as gifts or gifts.

Lavender is part of the Lamiaceae family, still the same type as mint, savory, and thyme. Allegedly the first lavender plant came from the Canary Islands or Persia. But the benefits of lavender are known all over the world. Greek civilization regarded lavender as one of the "noble plants". The Romans used lavender for washing and called it by the name "lavandula" which means "to wash".

The Romans discovered a way to extract the essential oil from lavender to make perfume. (Wikipedia.org). In the Middle Ages, lavender was used not only as a cosmetic product, but also for its health benefits. This plant is said to be useful for relieving sore muscles, sore throats, overcoming digestive problems, and various skin diseases.

Lavender flowers can also be used as an ingredient in cooking and as an essential oil. The most recognized lavender species in the world is lavender. The color of this flower is even included in lavender color. Lavender flowers have a purple color that is very feminine.

Currently, the largest lavender flower cultivation and development is in Provence. This purple flower symbolizes history and local beauty. Its availability is used in the manufacture of perfumes, cosmetics, and even seasonings at various local restaurants. The people of Provence also organize festivals and excursions to lavender fields. In this tour, you can enjoy the beauty and smell of lavender fields on foot, bicycle or car.

The best way to visit Provence's lavender fields is by car. A self-driving holiday in Provence gives you the freedom to visit the finest lavender fields, beautiful villages in Provence and secluded châteaux at your own pace. With your car, you're not restricted to your schedule, so you can stay longer if you want to stay somewhere longer!

Plateau de Valensole, in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department, is where you'll find some of Provence's most beautiful lavender fields. For many tourists, this is the best place to photograph the lavender fields of Provence.

Several years ago, no one knew about the lavender fields of Valensole or the city of Valensole. Thanks to Chinese TV shows and a few Instagrammers on the loose, now tourists from all over the world flock to Valensole during the lavender season.