Millions of lavender flowers bloom as far as the eye can see, creating scenes that have inspired artists such as Picasso and Van Gogh.

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7 Natural Wonders You Can Only See in the Summer

Between June and August every year, the countryside of the Provence region in the South of France turns into a mesmerizing patchwork of purple.

Millions of lavender flowers bloom as far as the eye can see, creating scenes that have inspired artists such as Picasso and Van Gogh. The Valensole Plateau is perhaps the most famous location to enjoy the spectacle. It's known for the rolling fields along the Route de Manosque and farms like Terraroma, where lavender oils and lavender-infused skin care products are made. The 2.5-mile-long Chemin des Lavandes (Lavender Path) in Sault is also worth checking out. Interpretive panels along the trail provide information about the botanical properties, cultivation, harvest, and distillation of the region's most famous flower.

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