Avignon - The 14th century home of Popes

Roman Catholic Pope Clement V abandoned Rome in 1309 and moved the Papacy to Avignon, France. The immense Palais des Papes was constructed and remained the home of the Popes for 70+ years. We visited Avignon for part of a day.

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The Palais des Papes which was built for Pope Clement V. He abandoned Rome and moved to Avignon, France in 1309.