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Forcalquier is a town located to the south of Sisteron and north-east of Aix-en-Provence. It represents the eastern edge of the Luberon, and is surrounded by the attractive traditional Provencal landscapes of lavender and olives.

The town developed around the slopes of a steep hill below a citadel that stood above the village from the 10th to the 16th centuries. Although dating back to Roman times it was at its most prosperous in the early Middle Ages - at that time it was the influential capital of the Haute Provence region.

An attractive small Provencal town, there are numerous small highlights to discover in the narrow streets and open squares - fountains, ornate shutters and iron balconies, sleepy dogs...

Particular highlights include the 12th century cathedral (Place du Bourguet); and the 13th century Cordelier's Convent.

Follow the narrow streets and you will reach finally the chapel looking down from the top of the hill. The chapel stands on the site of the citadel (itself destroyed in 1601) and is an an unusual octaganol 19th century design with statues standing on each corner of the octagon and a small domed roof. Be sure to get this far, because it is the highest point and has stunning views across the town and countryside.

Market day is Monday in Forcalquier, which has one of the larger and livelier markets in the region.

There is also a small museum in Forcalquier with various items from the long and active history of the town

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