France is the cultural center of the world. It has the best wines, the chic women, the best designers, the home of exquisite perfumes and fashion makers in the form of haute couture. In acceptance of its worldwide status as a tourist destination, one of its cities on the French Riviera has been designated as a playground for the rich and famous. The city is Saint Tropez.
St. Tropez- Overview
The city became famous after World War II when French artists and movie stars began to frequent the place. Soon, American and European millionaires also flocked to the place. In summers, the population increases ten times its normal count and the prices of things go up even more than usual. The ideal time to visit the tourist on a budget is in spring, fall or winter.
Things to do in St. Tropez:
- Purchases: There is no shortage of things to do in Saint Tropez. It is a shopping paradise. The market on the place des Lices is the best place to get local color and things from hairpins to antiques. It is the place to see the true colors of France.
- Stores: There are many designer boutiques like Vincent Dupontreue and De Puta Madra 69.
- Coffees: Café de Paris is the place to show off your new clothes. The Octave Café is an exclusive club where you will have to wear formal clothes.
- Restaurants: The Club55 is one of the favorite places for tourists. Auberge de l’Oumede is a famous Provencal cuisine restaurant.
- Coastal nature walks: There are guided walks to Cap Camarat and Cap Taillat.
- Fishing village La Ponche: This is the place where you can seek tranquility, walk and eat quietly.
Places to visit:
There is so much to see in St. Tropez. Here is a list of some exciting places, which are a must see while touring the serene city of St. Tropez.
1. Dog’s head It is a tiny place where St. Tropez was buried. The city of Saint Tropez is named after him. Emperor Nero beheaded him and put him in a boat with a dog and a rooster, hoping that they would eat the body of the new Christian. The body returned unscathed to shore and the place is named after the dog.
2. Pampelonne beach: This beach is one of the most famous tourist attractions in St. Tropez. It is a place without which, your trip to St. Tropez is incomplete. Everything is almost perfect in this beautiful sandy place. The food, the music and the atmosphere all come together to steal your senses. This is the place where one can experience the ultimate freedom of body and soul.
3. Naval Museum of the Citadel: This is a perfect place to visit for those who want to take a look at the history of St. Tropez. Musse Naval de La Citadelle is one of the most important heritage sites in St. Tropez. Provides insight into the history of the St. Tropez shipyards and the Bailli de Suffren historical event.
