St Tropez – exclusive and famous resort in the south of France
Published by Asya in Europe, France, Relaxing, Resorts, Romantic, Ships, Shopping
The seaside resort town Saint Tropez, France, is still very popular with the tourists, although the jet set and the in-crowd have long since left it behind. Set on the lovely blue water of the Bay of Saint-Tropez, this modern version of a medieval town is most popular for the line of yachts along the quay, and the facing line of terrace cafes, divided by a parade of strolling tourists and slow cruising expensive cars. A little fishing village that grew up around a port founded by the Greeks of Marseille, which was destroyed by the Saracens in 739 and finally fortified in the late Middle Ages. Its sole distinction from the myriad other fishing villages along this coast was its inaccessibility. This amazing place is home to stunning beaches, a relaxing atmosphere and ample recreational opportunities.
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