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Le Palais des Evêques
Medieval fortress, the Palace of Bishops was built on the rock Saint-Michel. This monument became the private residence of the bishops of Viviers, from the middle of the thirteenth century. It will remain in the hands of the bishops until 1858.
Moreover, between 1729 and 1792, the Palace houses a Minor Seminary joined the Faculty of Arts of Valencia. From 1858 until June 1998, it will become a private school. From September 2000, is privately owned.
Much of this historical monument is open to visitors. It includes reconstructions of apartments bishops of the time, kitchens and banquet room emblazoned ...
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Opening hours
Sunday opening June 1st
at Sunday, September 28th, 2014
Individual visits are free.
Course French-English bilingual signs.
Openings to visit are Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 3 pm to 7 pm
Last entry at 6.15 pm
Thematic tours may occasionally occur and will be displayed at the entrance and announced 15 days in advance in this topic.
Prices
- Full price € 8
- € 10 free visits for guided tours
- Under 16 € 4
- Children below 10 years
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