Tarascon and Beaucaire Two Medieval Towns alongside the Rhone

Rhone River France

 

Chelsea and I went for a drive.

Direction sunset,

Destination castle,

Purpose photo.

Along the Rhone river between Tarascon and Beaucaire,

Two medieval towns on opposite sides of the Rhone.

Tarascon's Medieval 15th-century Roi Rene's chateau at sunset.

 

Chelsea Rhone Collage

 

"…From 20th–22nd June each year, Beaucaire celebrates the myth of the Drac. The townsfolk bring the monster to life in the form of a long procession, which snakes through the town led by a swarm of children carrying Chinese-type lanterns. According to folklore, the Drac monster is invisible to humans and is capable of changing shape at will. He is usually, however, depicted as a large, fearsome, winged sea-serpent. The story goes that in 1250 he abducted a lavender seller and took her beneath the waters to raise his son. When she was released at the end of seven years, the young woman was endowed with a strange power: the ability to recognise the Drac with one of her eyes."

 

Rhone at sunset Collage

 

Chelsea and I did not see the Drac, nor its hiding place, but as the water golden with the setting sun, ah certainly the Drac's tail was wagging underneath.

 

 

Corey amaro rhone

Photo by Chelsea

While along the river bank, freezing cold, I wished I had worn gloves. I thought of foregoing the sunset, and hinting for a cozy cafe for a cup of hot chocolate. But Chelsea and I were on a mission, taking photos of the castle, the Rhone reflecting the setting sun. Or at least that was the goal.

 

The last shot

The last shot.

The die hard daughter capturing the last ray of light.

 

 



Comments

19 responses to “Tarascon and Beaucaire Two Medieval Towns alongside the Rhone”

  1. jend’isère

    Upstream that serpent legendary river I send you birthday greetings!

  2. Beautiful!

  3. Lovely photos. I’m glad that you are taking some time for yourself!

  4. Gorgeous photos!!! I also would like you and Chelsea to come and teach me how to dress. You both always look so stylish, yet comfortable. I guess I’d have to give up my Henleys and blue jeans. 🙂

  5. Just gorgeous! What a fun adventure for you and Chelsea to go on. I love photo adventures and yours was extra special.

  6. Absolutely beautiful. Thank you both for sharing your photos!

  7. If I had to choose one color, burnt sienna would be the choice, especially for Chelsea’s hair. What color.

  8. Great photos and a day’s outing for you and your daughter – lovely!

  9. We went to that parade and saw the dragon. It was a lot of fun. Beautiful town, Tarascon, but oddly deserted.

  10. Happy Birthday for the 4th!Cannot seem to do it on Facebook!Enjoy your day!

  11. We’ve been to Tarascon and Beaucaire, but did not know that legend. How interesting. I definitely would gone to a cafe after shooting photos in the cold. Hope you are having a very happy birthday.
    Sam

  12. What a beautiful day with your daughter. Enjoy your birthday.

  13. Hello! I live in Tarascon and walk along the Rhone with my two dogs, it really is a beautiful view across to Beaucaire castle. Next time you come here get in touch and we’ll share that cup of hot chocolate…..or a café creme!

  14. TEXAS FRANCOPHILE

    Beautiful pics. Can’t remember, is Tarascon the town with great Santons or great fabrics of Provence. TY

  15. Absolutely stunning photography!

  16. Stunning photos xxpeggybraswelldesign.com

  17. What a wonderful way to spend a birthday!

  18. Looks glorious! I went to Tarascon when I was in Provence a couple of years ago and the castle was stunning – but even more so in that glorious sunset you captured.

  19. Leslie garcia

    Dear Corey,
    Happy Birthday one day after the 4th! Your daughter and you look so beautiful in these photos and what a spectacular view of your surroundings! Thank you for sharing you life! May the Blessings of all you hold dear shine down upon you always.
    Love,
    Lesie

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