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Where is Avignon, France Located?

Avignon is a city in southeastern France, situated in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. It is the capital of the Vaucluse department. Avignon is renowned for its medieval architecture and was once the residence of the popes during the 14th century. The Palais des Papes (Palace of the Popes) in Avignon is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.





Avignon Location Map, France



CountryFrance
RegionProvence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Coordinates43°57′00″N 04°48′27″E
Area64.78 km2 (25.01 sq mi)
Population 90,597
Density1,400/km2 (3,600/sq mi)
Time zoneUTC+01:00 (CET)
Summer (DST)UTC+02:00 (CEST)
INSEE/Postal code84007 /84000
Elevation10-122 m (33-400 ft) (avg. 23 m or 75 ft)